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The show that started it all is back!

Aurora Arts Theatre is thrilled to announce auditions for Nunsense by Dan Goggin, directed by Kyler Brooklyn with choreography by Brandon Besse. Auditions will be held on Tuesday, April 1st, and Thursday, April 3rd, beginning at 6:30 pm at Aurora Arts Theatre. Open to all—no formal experience required!

We’re excited to bring back this beloved musical comedy in celebration of our 15th anniversary—honoring the show that first took the Aurora stage.

Auditionees should be prepared to sing and perform readings selected by the director and learn a short dance directed by the show’s choreographer the evening of. All necessary items will be provided onsite for the audition and comfortable clothing is recommended for the dance portion of the audition. Those auditioning should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to fill out an audition form.

The musical is set to run May 16 through June 29, 2025, with three performances each weekend: Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm, and a Sunday matinee show at 2:30 pm.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

SISTER MARY REGINA – a model Mother Superior, but underneath an outrageous, quick-witted soul whose bark is worse than her bite. Female, Lead, Mezzo-Soprano

SISTER MARY HUBERT, MISTRESS OF NOVICES – second in command, understanding, and diplomatic who, with the slightest encouragement is ready to kick up her heels. Female, Lead, Soprano

SISTER ROBERT ANNE – a tough, streetwise nun from Brooklyn, drives and repairs the convent car, is adored by the students, and can hit a ball out of the park. Female, Lead, Mezzo-Soprano

SISTER MAY AMNESIA – the picture of innocence who lost her memory after a crucifix fell on her head. Female, Lead, Soprano

SISTER MARY LEO – our novice who has entered the convent with the firm desire to become the first nun ballerina. Female, Lead, Soprano, Needs to dance.

For more information, please contact drios@auroraartstheatre.com.