Auditions
Sullivan Rep is seeking Non-AEA Performers local to the Boston area to perform various roles in their February 2027 Production of the musical “NINE”. Performers of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, races, ages, and with all abilities are encouraged to audition. Performers are auditioning for a single show contract. All Season Long Company Member Positions have been filled.
WHEN
Sunday, November 1, 2026- Appointments 11:00am-3:00pm
WHERE
All auditions will be held in person at the Mother Brooks Art and Community Center at 123 High Street in Dedham, MA.
HOW TO SIGN UP
Appointments can be made using this link. After signing up, please fill out this google form ahead of your audition. Any questions regarding auditions or the sign-up process should be directed to info@sullivanrep.com
WHAT TO PREPARE
In an effort to respect everyone’s time, we are asking all artists to sign up for an 5 minute time slot. All auditioners will be given 3 minutes to show what they’d like to prepare, and a 2 minute buffer to allow for any additional conversation. While the recommendation is two shorter cuts of contrasting songs or one short song, auditioners may use their 5 minutes in any way they choose. No acapella singing, please. An Accompanist will be provided.
Invited callbacks for NINE will be held on the evening of Monday, November 9th. Auditionees will be sent further information by the evening of Tuesday, November 3rd if the production team would like them to attend. All Auditionees will be contacted by early December with a casting decision.
ABOUT US
Sullivan Rep is committed to providing the Greater Boston area with high quality, live, professional theater created primarily by local artists who reflect the diversity of our community and support it through other professions. Our show choices and additional programming will provide a mix of established and well known content with under represented and inspiring works.
CONTRACT
All performers will be offered a $300 total stipend for each contracted show. While we are a growing theater, we are committed to paying all non-rep company member performers the same stipend across the board. This also means we are unable to offer Equity contracts at this time.
PERSONNEL
Expected to Attend:
Daniel Sullivan, Artistic Director
Jenna Lee Scott, Director of Community
Rebecca Mayersohn, Production Chair
Nora Sullivan, Executive Director
SHOW INFO
Performers of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, races, ages, and with all abilities will be considered for all roles below unless otherwise specifically stated due to scripted requirements in service of telling the story.
NINE
*Select Roles Cast- Detailed Below*
Music and Lyrics by: Maury Yeston
Book by: Arthur Kopit
Based on the Federico Fellini Film 8 ½
First Rehearsal: January 16, 2027
Opening Performance: February 12, 2027
Closing Performance: February 27, 2027
*full schedule included below, subject to change*
FULL PRODUCTION SCHEDULE
The Sullivan Rep rehearsal process is uniquely fast paced and condensed in support of the mission to create an opportunity for artists to do the shows around other existing careers. Conflicts may be accepted within reason, to be finalized at the signing of the contract. Call time for shows can be up to 2 hours ahead of curtain with advance notice. Opening Night Call time may be as early as 5:00pm. The Final two rehearsals are scheduled to end at 11:00pm to allow for full runs and rehearsal, but every effort will be made to release early.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Performers of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, races, ages, and with all abilities will be considered for all roles below unless otherwise specifically stated due to scripted requirements in service of telling the story. Looking for strong vocalists for all roles.
NINE
PLEASE NOTE
• There are four (4) company members guaranteed casting in NINE without currently
assigned roles. Based on auditions, they will be put into one of the tracks currently listed as open below.
Guido Contini - This Role is Cast.
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Young Guido - This Role Is Cast.
Luisa Contini - Female Presenting to Play 30s. Guido’s Wife and former actress, well aware of both her husband’s brilliance and infidelities.
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Claudia - Female Presenting to Play 20s-30s. Guido’s Muse and former lover, the leading actress in all of his films.
Carla - Female Presenting to Play 20s. Guido’s mistress.
Liliane La Fleur - Female Presenting to Play 40+. Guido’s producer and former star of the Folies-Bergere. French Accent.
Guido’s Mother - Female Presenting to Play the mother of a 9-year old Guido.
Lina Darling - Female Presenting. Liliane Le Fleur’s Body Guard.
Our Lady of the Spa - Female Presenting. Guido’s ethereal guide of the Spa.
Stephanie Necrophorus - Female Presenting. A film critic, not a fan of Guido’s work.
Serraghina - Female Presenting to Play 30+. The prostitute from Guido’s past.
ENSEMBLE - 7 Female Presenting Performers to portray additional roles.



