Stage Direction by Laura Lassen
Music Direction by Joe Sorge

Dates
Monday, July 20 - 7:30-10pm
Wednesday, July 22- 7:30-10pm

Callbacks (for principal roles by invitation only)
Thursday, July 23
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​Audition Location
Bethesda Presbyterian Church
​7611 Clarendon Road, Bethesda, MD 20814

Performance Dates
Friday, September 4, 2026 8:00pm
Saturday, September 5, 2026 8:00pm
Sunday, September 6, 2026 2:00pm

Synopsis

Set against the political upheaval of 1660 Derbyshire, this concert production of Sullivan’s rarely performed Haddon Hall unfolds as a rehearsal within the historic estate itself, weaving together romance, history, and intrigue. At its heart is Dorothy Vernon, who risks everything for love in a world shaped by shifting allegiances, social expectations, and the performance of power. Featuring Sullivan’s charming and spirited score, Haddon Hall offers an evening of wit, warmth, and surprising relevance—a reminder that politics has always been a kind of theater.​

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Audition Information & Roles

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​How-To

• Auditions are only required for principal roles. Those who would like to perform in the chorus should complete the form, select their voice part and select waiting list rather than an audition time. Callbacks for principal roles are by invitation only. 
• Video auditions are accepted - just select waitlist and upload your video. 
• Please prepare one verse of a song in English.​

John Manners - (tenor) in love with Dorothy Vernon
Sir George Vernon - (baritone) a Royalist and Dorothy's father
Oswald - (tenor) a Royalist, Disguised as a traveling seller of housewares. 
Rupert Vernon - (baritone) a Roundhead. Dorothy's cousin and suitor
The McCrankie - (baritone) strict Puritan from the Isle of Rum
Sing-Song Simeon - (baritone/bass) a Puritan
Nicodemus Knock-Knee - (baritone/bass) a Puritan
Barnabas Bellows-To-Mend - (baritone/bass) a Puritan
Major Domo - (baritone) Vernons' servant
Kill-Joy Candlemas - (non-singing) a Puritan
Dorothy Vernon - (soprano) engaged to John Manners
Lady Vernon - (contralto) Dorothy's mother
Dorcas - (mezzo-soprano) Dorothy's handmaid
Nance - (mezzo-soprano)
Gertrude - (mezzo-soprano)
Deborah - (mezzo-soprano)

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Rehearsal Information

Rehearsals begin July 28th

Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursday -  7:30-10 pm 

All cast members will not be called to every rehearsal.

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Standard Information and Disclosures

• All roles are open and unpaid

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