Show: NUNSENSE
Theater: North Star Theater Company
Theater Website: http://northstartheater.org/
Start date of auditions: 11/14/2026
North Star Theater Company is thrilled to announce auditions for Dan Goggin’s hilarious musical comedy, Nunsense!
Join the Little Sisters of Hoboken as they put on a riotous variety show fundraiser to raise money for burial costs after an accidental culinary disaster in the convent. We are seeking comedic performers with strong vocals and personality to bring these iconic roles to life.
Audition Date & Time
Saturday, November 14, 2026: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location:
Sparta United Methodist Church
71 S Sparta Ave
Sparta, NJ 07871
For your planning, rehearsals are tentatively scheduled for Tuesdays and Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Tech week will start Saturday, January 23, 2027.
OPENING NIGHT Thursday, January 28, 2027.
Additional Performances: Friday, January 29, 2027, Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 2 PM and 7 PM and Sunday, January 31, 2027 at 2 PM.
Available Roles
• Sister Mary Regina (Mother Superior): Feisty, sharp-witted Sophie Tucker type who loves the limelight; authoritative yet comical (Mezzo-Soprano).
• Sister Mary Hubert (Mistress of Novices): Second-in-command, dignity-focused, competitive, and gospel/belt powerhouse (Soprano).
• Sister Robert Anne: Streetwise, tough, funny nun from Brooklyn; a constant headache for Mother Superior (Mezzo-Soprano).
• Sister Mary Amnesia: Sweet, delightful, and perpetually bewildered after a crucifix bonk on the head; strong high soprano and ventriloquism/quirky comedy (Soprano).
• Sister Mary Leo: Eager novice dreaming of becoming the world’s first nun ballerina; energetic dancer (Soprano).
Audition Requirements
• Vocal: Please prepare 16–32 bars of a comedic Broadway musical theater selection in the style of the show. Bring sheet music in your key (an accompanist will be provided).
• Acting: please prepare a 1 to 2 minute comedic monologue and please note that the auditions will include cold readings from the script as well
• Movement: Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear for a brief movement call (dance experience is a plus for one or two characters).
