Victor is a theatre director, musician, and proud educator at the Lancaster Campus. He has been the Producing Artistic Director since 2010. Victor has his Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre from the University of Miami, Florida, and his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre from Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio.
Lancaster Campus Theatre
AUDITIONS NOW OPEN - "Sound of Music"
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Ohio University Lancaster Theatre, in collaboration with The Garret Players and The Lancaster Playhouse, invites actors ages 6 and older to audition for "The Sound of Music".
Performance Dates: December 2–6, 2026
Location: Ohio University Lancaster
Please Note: All roles are community theatre, non-professional and non-paid.
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Audition Schedule
Adults
Friday, August 28 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Saturday, August 29 | 1:00–3:00 PM
Youth (Ages 6–17)
Saturday, August 29 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Callbacks (By Invitation Only)
Sunday, August 30 beginning at 2:00 PM
Video Auditions
Unable to attend in person? Video auditions will be accepted until Friday, August 28 at 12:00 PM (Noon).
For submission instructions, contact:
Marilyn Steiner
📱 740-243-5005
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What to Prepare
Adult Auditions
* One song from The Sound of Music using your own accompaniment track.
* Be prepared for cold readings from the script.
* Optional:
* A second musical theatre selection (16–32 bars) with your own accompaniment.
* A one-minute monologue.
Auditioning for the von Trapp Children
* Prepare “Do-Re-Mi” using a background track.
* Be prepared for cold readings from the script.
Callbacks will include readings and singing from the show.
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What to Bring
Please bring:
* A completed Audition/Release Form
* A current photo or headshot (taken within the past year; professional photos are not required)
Before auditioning, please review:
* Rehearsal & Performance Calendar (for conflicts)
* Code of Conduct
These documents are attached to the SignUpGenius. Click “Show Related Files” to access them.
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About This Production
You can watch the stage version of The Sound of Music on Tubi. While similar to the 1965 film starring Julie Andrews, the stage musical includes several songs not featured in the movie.
Our production will include:
* How Can Love Survive
* No Way to Stop It
* An Ordinary Couple
Our production will not include “Something Good.”
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Principal Roles
Maria Rainer (Soprano)
A spirited young postulant with warmth, determination, and heart. Strong vocals and emotional depth required.
Featured Song: The Sound of Music
Captain Georg von Trapp (Baritone)
A disciplined naval officer and widowed father whose heart gradually opens. Strong actor with commanding stage presence.
Featured Song: Edelweiss
Mother Abbess (Mezzo-Soprano)
Wise, compassionate leader of the abbey. Requires a powerful, mature singing voice.
Featured Songs: Climb Ev’ry Mountain, My Favorite Things (duet)
Liesl von Trapp (Soprano)
The oldest von Trapp child, navigating first love and growing independence.
Featured Song: Sixteen Going on Seventeen
Rolf Gruber (Tenor)
Liesl’s young love interest with a dramatic character arc.
Featured Song: Sixteen Going on Seventeen
Max Detweiler (Baritone/Tenor)
A witty music promoter and family friend with excellent comedic timing.
Featured Songs: How Can Love Survive, No Way to Stop It
Elsa Schraeder (Mezzo-Soprano)
An elegant baroness engaged to Captain von Trapp. Strong singer and actor.
Featured Songs: How Can Love Survive, No Way to Stop It
Sister Berthe (Mezzo-Soprano)
The outspoken nun with a sharp wit.
Featured Song: Maria
Sister Margaretta (Soprano)
A warm, supportive nun with strong ensemble vocals.
Featured Song: Maria
Sister Sophia (Alto)
A quiet, observant nun with subtle humor.
Featured Song: Maria
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The von Trapp Children
* Friedrich
* Louisa
* Kurt
* Brigitta
* Marta
* Gretl
Children should be confident performers, strong singers, and comfortable singing harmony.
Featured Songs Include:
* Do-Re-Mi
* The Lonely Goatherd
* The Sound of Music
* So Long, Farewell
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Ensemble & Featured Roles
We’re seeking performers for:
* Nuns
* Party Guests
* Townspeople
* Festival Performers
Strong singers and movers are encouraged to audition.
The nuns perform several beautiful choral selections including:
* Preludium (Dixit Dominus)
* Morning Hymn
* Alleluia
* Gaudeamus Domino
* Maria
* Confitemini Domino
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We can’t wait to see you at auditions!
Don’t forget to:
✔ Sign up for an audition time
✔ Bring your audition form and photo
✔ Review the rehearsal calendar and Code of Conduct before your audition
Click “Show Related Files” in the SignUpGenius to download all audition materials.
The Ohio University Lancaster Theatre program produces three major productions during the academic calendar and one community production during the summer, which is featured during the historic Lancaster Festival.
Our faculty and staff take pride in the individual attention that our theatre students receive on our campus and are dedicated to continuing a strong, successful and educational theatre program here at Ohio University Lancaster.
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Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors - Broadway Version
A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre-goers for more than 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, the creative geniuses behind Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin, created one of the most popular musicals in the world.
The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a strange new plant he names “Audrey II” after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises Seymour fame, fortune, and romance as long as he keeps feeding it blood. As Audrey II grows, Seymour discovers the plant’s out-of-this-world origins and its terrifying plans for global domination.
The production is packed with unforgettable music, dark comedy, and over-the-top fun. Little Shop of Horrors is a wildly entertaining theatrical experience audiences will not want to miss.
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
Performances
The Sound of Music
The Sound of Music
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become one of the world’s most beloved musicals. Featuring cherished songs including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” and the title number, The Sound of Music has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide for generations.
The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulate who becomes governess to the seven children of the stern Captain von Trapp. Through music, kindness, and determination, Maria brings joy and warmth back into the household. As the forces of Nazism begin to take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a life-changing moral decision.
The Sound of Music earned five Tony Awards and five Academy Awards and remains one of the most celebrated musicals of all time.
The Sound of Music is presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization.
Performances
Meet the Director: A. Victor Jones
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Get Involved
Whether you are eager to shine under the spotlight or enjoy supporting the theatre from behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involve with the Lancaster Campus Theatre.
Join the Drama Club
The Lancaster Campus Drama Club is open to students, faculty, staff and alumni. Aside from joining the action of a play, Drama Club members can get involved with production, working concessions, ushering, back stage crew work, lighting, costuming, props, makeup and set building. Drama Club members attend outings and participate in a variety of community events as well.
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Theatre Location
Ohio University Lancaster
Wagner Theatre (located in Brasee Hall)
1570 Granville Pike
Lancaster, OH 43130