Lend Me A Soprano
by Wimberley Players
Feb. 22 - Feb. 23
It's 1934, and the clever and combustible Lucille Wiley, Manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is ready to welcome world-class soprano Elena Firenzi for her one-night-only starring role in Carmen. Alas, Elena arrives late, her impassioned husband Pasquale has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Mrs. Wiley’s mousy but determined assistant Jo can save the day.
Prepare to be captivated as the traditional roles are delightfully reversed in this uproarious screwball comedy, inspired by Ludwig’s Tony Award-winning masterpiece Lend Me A Tenor. In a vibrant twist that showcases the formidable talents of women, this production promises to whisk you away into a whirlwind of hilarity and heartwarming moments, leaving you teary-eyed with laughter and joy.
Directed by Whitney Marlett
Ken Ludwig's Lend Me a Soprano is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. (www.concordtheatricals.com)
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Lend Me A Soprano
by Ken Ludwig
The Wimberley Players 450 Old Kyle Road Wimberley, TX. 78676
Audition Dates:
* Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, 12-4 pm
* Sunday, February 23rd, 2025, 6-10 pm
Callbacks (if needed): Monday, February 24th, 7 pm. Sides will be provided.
* VIDEO auditions accepted through Saturday, February 22, 2025.
If you are unavailable for the in-person date, please contact the producer at soprano@wimberleyplayers.org to make alternate arrangements.
Appointment Form (click link): https://forms.gle/LjwsLTFaKdZopjbJ6
(all actors must submit form - including headshots, resumes, and video file or link if needed)
How to Prepare: 1–2-minute contemporary comedic monologue.
Rehearsals: Table read will be Monday March 3rd, 7-10 pm. First rehearsal the week of March 17th.
Tech Rehearsals: Will be April 19th and 20th. 12pm to 9pm.
Dress Rehearsals: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - April 22-24, 6 -11 pm.
Production Dates: April 25th through May 18th, 2025. Friday and Saturday night curtains are at 7:30 pm. Sunday matinee curtains are at 2:30 pm.
Compensation: All actors are offered a stipend..
Characters:
Mrs. Wylie - General Manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company. (50’s-60’s)
Jo - her assistant (20’s-30’s)
Jerry - her son (20’s-30’s; possibly into 40’s)
Elena Firenzi - a world-famous soprano (30’s-40’s)
Pasquale - Elena’s husband (30’s-50’s)
Bellhop (Beverly) - a bellhop (any age)
Leo - a tenor (20’s-40’s)
Julia - Chairwoman of the Opera Guild (50’s-70’s)
