 Nuncrackers 1998 Original Cast Recording
 Nuncrackers Script
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Audition Preparation Suggestions for Nuncrackers
Most of
the songs lie in the low part of each range, though there
is one harmony part for the women that calls for an A
above the staff. The C’s indicated are only third space
C’s. The nuns have to do Andrews Sisters’ style swing.
Each character has to be able to hold his/her own part
for harmony.
Many styles of dance are used in Nuncrackers. Although the dances are meant to look "amateurish", you do need to have at least a little dance experience. If asked to perform a monologue, choose a comedic selection. |
- Sister Mary Regina (mezzo/soprano with good low notes, G to C),
- the Mother Superior. Grew up in a circus family and her “showbiz” background and humor shines through her attempt at creating a rough exterior.
- Sister Mary Hubert (Gospel-style mezzo belt B flat to F)
- Mistress of Novices, Second in command and very practical.
- Sister Robert Anne (Broadway mezzo
belt A to D#)
- streetwise nun from Brooklyn. A tough cookie with a heart of gold. feels her theatrical potential
is not appreciated by Mother Superior, who
refuses to let her “star” in the show
- Sister Mary Paul (Country-style mezzo belter F#
to C)
- Hit on the
head with a crucifix and for a long time, didn’t remember who she was; now, with her memory restored, she
is known as a country singer and the first nun to appear at the Grand Ole Opry; still seems a “little vacant”, but
is innocently endearing
- Sister Mary Leo (mezzo belter A to
D#)
- (also serves as the voice of the
Nun Puppet, Sister Mary Annette) – dedicated her
life to becoming the first famous nun ballerina so is very
excited to be in the Christmas show.
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- Father Virgil Manly Trott (tenor / high baritone C to E, 30 - 55)
- Sister Leo’s “real life” brother. Has his own radio show and was part of the Trott Family Singers.
- Mount Saint Helen’s Students (A flat to F)
- two boys and two girls, ages 8-14. also calls for whistling
- Some small adult ensemble roles
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