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Produced

ELYSE DRUM

Directed by

JIM BOWEN-COLLINSON &

COURTNEY GAROFOLO

Music Direction by

JESSICA LONG

Choreography by

PHIL SMITH-COBBS

Based on the beloved animated movie from 20th Century Fox, Anastasia is both a heartwarming and heart-wrenching dive into one of history’s biggest mysteries : what happened to Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov? Set amidst the turmoil of the Russian revolution, Anya, an amnesiac orphan stranded in what was once the Russian capital, St. Petersburg, is on a quest to rediscover her past which she believes lies in Paris. Joined by a dashing conman, Dmitry, and an ex-aristocrat, Vlad Popov, who want to use Anya to bamboozle the only remaining Romanov, Dowager Empress Marie into believing that Anya is the lost Anastasia, she escapes to Paris with a determined Soviet officer on their heels. Including classic songs from the motion picture like “Journey to the Past” and “Once Upon a December,” Anastasia explores one determined girl’s journey to find home, love, and family as she discovers who she was and embraces who she is meant to be.

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Production Dates:

10 performances over 3 weekends from July 24 - August 9, 2026

There will be an understudy matinee performance on Saturday, August 1 at 2:00 PM in addition to the 7:30 PM performance.

Audition Dates:

  • Friday, April 10, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 

    • Ages 10-13 from 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Saturday, April 11, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

    • Ages 10-13 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Monday, April 13, callbacks 7:00 PM (By Invitation Only)

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Audition Location:

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 201 E. Frederick Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

 

Audition Details:

Auditions will include both a vocal and dance portion.

For the vocal audition:

  • For ages 10-13, prepare Once Upon a December. Sheet music will be provided.

  • For ages 14+, prepare a 1-minute cut of a song in the style of the show.

  • Bring printed sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided.

  • Don’t forget to sing in character and have fun with it!

For the dance audition, come prepared to move wearing comfortable clothing and shoes.

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Audition Logistics:​

Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are preferred. 

 

Bring completed audition form and conflict calendar. Printed copies will be available at the audition; however, we recommended you complete these documents prior to your arrival. Please arrive 15 minutes early if you plan to complete your audition forms in-person.

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Resumes and headshots will be accepted but are not required. We may ask to take a picture of you for internal use only to assist the production team with casting decisions. The photo will not be shared externally and promptly deleted once casting is complete.

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Sign-Up for an audition slot here

 

Audition Documents:

 

Virtual Auditions:

For anyone unable to audition in-person, the production team will accept video submissions.

Email anastasia@sterlingplaymakers.org by 8 PM on Wednesday, April 8 with the following items:

  • Completed audition form

  • Completed conflict calendar

  • Video of vocal audition, 1-minute cut of song in the style of the show

  • Please note if you are able to participate in-person at callbacks on Monday, April 13

The production team may request additional information. 

 

The Sterling Playmakers and the production team are committed to diverse casting. We believe that the performers sharing this story should reflect our diverse community. Actors of any race will be considered for all roles and age ranges for the roles are outlined in the character descriptions.

 

For questions, email anastasia@sterlingplaymakers.org.

 

ANASTASIA is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

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