Audition Information for
NINE the Musical
OPEN AUDITIONS for NINE THE MUSICAL
In-person auditions: May 31 and June 1 at Melbourne Civic Theatre (MCT)
Performance dates: July 31-September 6, 2026
Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sunday matinees at 2pm
Saturday matinees on August 22 and September 5
Nine is a Tony Award-winning musical inspired by Federico Fellini’s 8½, filled with passion, romance, glamour, and unforgettable music. The story follows famed Italian film director Guido Contini as he navigates love, ambition, memory, and the many women who define his life.
Featuring a lush score by Maury Yeston, Nine is seductive, emotional and unapologetically bold.
This is a dream leading role opportunity for a male performer as Guido Contini, alongside a powerhouse cast of women with dynamic featured roles and a strong ensemble. There is an opportunity for a boy around the age of nine.
Auditioners should be prepared to:
*Sing from the score – a piece will be taught at auditions. Additional selections may be learned based on consideration of character. Sides will be available soon.
*Dance – a routine will be taught at auditions. Options for both “movers” and “dancers” will be available. Please wear clothes and shoes that allow for full range of movement.
*Read from the script – auditioners will do cold readings from the script.
Production Staff
Director: Peg Girard
Musical Director: Sarah Lawrence
Choreographer: Heather McFarland
Cast Breakdown
Guido Contini (Male, ~40, Bari-tenor) – Central character, only major male adult role, famous film director navigating midlife crisis.
Luisa Contini (Female, Alto) – Guido’s wife, strong and emotionally complex
Carla Albanese (Female, Soprano) – Guido’s mistress, sensual, playful
Claudia Nardi (Female, Soprano) – Movie star, Guido’s muse
Liliane La Fleur (Female, Alto) – Film producer, commanding
Stephanie Necrophorous (Female, Alto) – Film critic, sharp and cynical
Saraghina (Female, Alto) – Sensual figure from Guido’s childhood
Guido’s Mother (Female, Mezzo-soprano) – Motherly, appears as memory
Young Guido (All genders considered, presents as nine-year old-oy, boy soprano) – Guido’s younger self
Ensemble – Females, 18+, all vocal ranges. Ensemble plays multiple characters throughout the show.
Audition Details
·In person auditions are at Melbourne Civic Theatre at 817 East Strawbridge Avenue, Melbourne, FL, 32901.
·You will enter through the main entrance of the theatre to sign in.
·The main entrance doors will open at 6:30 p.m. prior to the 7 p.m. audition. Please arrive with enough time to fill out an application.
· You are only required at one evening of auditions, but welcome to join both nights. Callbacks are done at the discretion of the production team at the audition or in the following days.
·Those who are cast will be contacted by the production team directly. The cast list will be posted on Facebook once finalized.
Please call MCT at 321.723.6935 or email info@mymct.org with any audition questions. Thank you!