Santa Fe Playhouse is seeking actors for our 2026 Winter production of Company
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Book by George Furth
Directed by Anna M Hogan
Music Direction by Gretchen Amstutz
SYNOPSIS
From musical theatre’s most renowned composer, Company is largely regarded as a trailblazer of the dark-comedy, modern-musical genre and the winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Lyrics, and Best Book.
On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert contemplates his unmarried state. Over the course of a series of dinners, drinks, and even a wedding, his friends – “those good and crazy people [his] married friends” – explain the pros and cons of taking on a spouse. The habitually single Robert is forced to question his adamant retention of bachelorhood during a hilarious array of interactions.
Company features a brilliantly brisk and energetic score containing many of Stephen Sondheim’s best-known songs. The strength of the piece lies in its vivid yet real characters, meaning impressive technical aspects aren’t necessary to convey the story. It can be told as effectively with a cavalcade of automated set pieces as it can with a chair or two. Every audience member will see reflections of themselves in at least one of the characters onstage.
AUDITIONS
| Dates: | Times: | Location: |
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| Thursday, February 12 Friday, February 13 Sunday, February 15 | 5:30PM – 9:30PM | Santa Fe Playhouse Mainstage: 142 E De Vargas St, Santa Fe, NM 87501 |
VIDEO AUDITIONS
Actors may also submit video auditions. Please email video submissions by Sunday, Feb 15 at 9 PM MT.
PREPARATION
Please prepare two (2) contrasting Stephen Sondheim selections, each as a 32-bar cut.
Auditionees must bring or provide a backing track or pre-recorded accompaniment.
An accompanist will not be provided.
CONTRACT
We are an Independent Theatre Company Level 4 with Actor’s Equity Association. We will be able to engage 1 AEA contract for this production. All roles, regardless of union status, are paid.
SUBMISSIONS & INQUIRIES
Video submissions and audition questions may be emailed to:
Zoe Burke, Casting & Literary Associate
casting@santafeplayhouse.org
Please include a headshot and résumé with your submission.
Auditions are by appointment only.
Callbacks will be by invitation only the weekend of February 26.
KEY PRODUCTION DETAILS
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026 – First Rehearsal
- Thursday, November 19, 2026 – Preview #1
- Friday, November 20, 2026 – Preview #2
- Saturday, November 21, 2026 – Opening Night
- Sunday, December 20, 2026 – Closing Night
PERFORMANCE PATTERN
- Friday: 7:30 PM
- Saturday: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
- Sunday: 2:00 PM
REHEARSAL PATTERN
- Mondays: Dark
- Tuesday–Friday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 8 hours (exact start/end times TBD)
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Gender indicators are suggested, but not required. All roles are open.
- Robert – The story’s protagonist, keen observer who appears happy but holds pain in his heart. Terrified of marriage, fears lifelong loneliness. Gender: Male | Age: 30–35 | Vocal Range: G3–G5
- Sarah – Harry’s hyper-critical wife; avid learner of karate; open, accepting, full of love.
Gender: Female | Age: 30–40 | Vocal Range: A3–A5 - Harry – Sarah’s husband; recovering alcoholic; believes marriage’s advantages outweigh disadvantages.
Gender: Male | Age: 35–45 | Vocal Range: A3–A5 - Susan – Delicate southern belle; Peter’s wife/ex-wife; motherly toward Robert.
Gender: Female | Age: 30–40 | Vocal Range: A3–A5 - Peter – Susan’s husband/ex-husband; perfect husband, liberal in his views of relationships.
Gender: Male | Age: 30–40 | Vocal Range: B3–A5 - Jenny – Quietly manipulative, simultaneously square and wise; loves husband David but indulges him occasionally.
Gender: Female | Age: 30–40 | Vocal Range: A3–A5 - David – Jenny’s husband; relaxed, always in control; believes marriage is worth the sacrifice of freedom.
Gender: Male | Age: 30–40 | Vocal Range: B3–A5 - Amy – Frantic, neurotic; engaged to Paul but terrified of marriage; eventually realizes Paul is her soulmate.
Gender: Female | Age: 25–35 | Vocal Range: G3–A5 - Paul – Amy’s fiancé; mildly clingy but patient; fully committed to marriage, encourages Robert.
Gender: Male | Age: 30–40 | Vocal Range: B3–A5 - Joanne – Acerbic, demanding, blunt; brassy front that melts when alone with husband.
Gender: Female | Age: 40–50 | Vocal Range: G3–B5 - Larry – Joanne’s husband; stoic and centered with moments of goofiness; indulges wife but knows when to assert himself.
Gender: Male | Age: 45–55 | Vocal Range: B3–A5 - Marta – Robert’s girlfriend; intensely modern, seeking adventure in the City.
Gender: Female | Age: 20–30 | Vocal Range: A3–A5 - Kathy – Robert’s old girlfriend, now friend; planning domestic life; sweet and loving.
Gender: Female | Age: 25–35 | Vocal Range: A3–A5 - April – Robert’s girlfriend; flight attendant, ditzy and adorable.
Gender: Female | Age: 25–35 | Vocal Range: A3–A5
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Santa Fe Playhouse is committed to inclusive, diverse, and equitable casting.
- Please see our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Policy.