SUNDAY, MAY 17 | 2 pm - 8 pm
Synopsis
Set in a 1930s European perfumery, SHE LOVES ME follows Amalia and Georg, two salesclerks who aren’t quite the best of friends. After both respond to a "lonely hearts advertisement" in the newspaper, they now live for the love letters that they exchange, but the identity of their admirers remains unknown. Constantly bumping heads while on the job, the sparring coworkers can’t seem to find common ground. But little do they know the anonymous pen pals they have both been falling for happen to be each other! Join Amalia and Georg as they discover the identity of their true loves...and all the twists and turns along the way! An intimate, touching and charming show, featuring music by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick and book by Joe Masteroff. Will love continue to blossom once their identities are finally revealed? Filled with old world charm, elegance and memorable songs "Tonight at Eight," "Vanilla Ice Cream," "Good Morning, Good Day," “Ilona,” "Dear Friend," and "A Romantic Atmosphere." The Mikos Lazlos play Parfuemerie, on which it is based, inspired many adaptations, including the beloved 1998 rom-com film You've Got Mail.
Author
Book by Joe Masteroff | Music by Jerry Bock | Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick | Based on a Play by Miklos Laszlo
Playing Dates
September 17, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Audition Location
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre
8989 E Via Linda, Ste 118, Scottsdale AZ 85255
Audition Overview
IMPORTANT DATES: Auditions will be held Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 2-8 pm. Arrive early for paperwork. Callbacks will be by invitation Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the evening. First rehearsal will be Monday, July 20.
AUDITION FORMAT & INFO:
Auditions: Sunday, May 17th, 2-8 pm (Present Song + Acting Side)
Callbacks by Invitation: Tuesday, May 19th, 6-9 pm (Singing, Acting, Dancing)
Principal Roles: Prepare 16-32 bars from the show, with a song from the principal character you are auditioning for. Prepare a side for cold read for the role that you are auditioning for (does not need to be memorized).
Ensemble (4 Men & 4 Women), and Detective: Prepare 16-32 bars of a song of your choice from any Broadway show that is appropriate/similar in style. Prepare a side for cold read from Ensemble selection(s) (does not need to be memorized).
All: Music is limited to 32 bars max. Piano accompaniment will be available at the auditions. If you are bringing sheet music, please come with the music marked with the audition cut for the pianist and in the correct key. We will also be able to play any instrumental accompaniment tracks that you may bring with you on your device. Many of these tracks are easily accessible on various music streaming services and on YouTube.
Note: Ensemble will play multiple roles and may understudy one or more of the principal roles.If you are not available for ALL performances, including TBDs, we cannot cast you in this production. Our goal is to cast the very best actors. Auditions are in-person only; no videos.
AUDITION SIDES: Will be posted on the Casting Manager site no later than one week prior to audition. Please prepare the side listed for the Principal role that you wish to be considered for. Sides do not need to be memorized.
PERFORMANCES: Performance run is September 17 - October 31, 2026. Performances are typically Wednesday through Saturday evenings and Saturday matinees; with optional additional Tuesday evenings TBD per ticket demand. We do not perform on Sundays. Please review the downloadable full performance schedule on the Casting Manager site. If you are not available for ALL performances, including TBDs, we cannot cast you in this production.
Stipend
$350-$400 for 32 performances (pending total number of performances)
Artistic Team
Jere Van Patten, Director
Roger McKay, Music Director
Breona Conrad, Choreographer
Roles Available
Georg Nowack
An established employee of Maraczek's Parfumerie, he resembles a hopeless romantic. Shy, intelligent, and soft spoken. Gender: Male. Age: 25 to 30. Vocal range top: F4. Vocal range bottom: B2. Baritone.
Amalia Balash
The eager new employee at Maraczek's Parfumerie. Despite being a skilled saleswoman, she easily becomes intimated and nervous. Attractive, bright, and a lover of literature. Gender: Female. Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range top: B5. Vocal range bottom: C4. Soprano.
Ilona Ritter
Employed at Maraczek's Parfumerie. She is sexy and learned in the ways of romance, but longing for something more from the game of love. Gender: Female. Age: 25 to 30. Vocal range top: E5. Vocal range bottom: F#3. Mezzo Soprano.
Steven Kodaly
A well respected and liked employee at Maraczek's Parfumerie. Though he is considered dapper and occasionally charming, he is more of a shallow womanizer. Gender: Male. Age: 25 to 30. Vocal range top: A4. Vocal range bottom: B2. Tenor.
Ladislav Sipos
Not the brightest employee at Maraczek's Parfumerie. A confidant to Georg, he is an optimistic family man who looks like a huggable father. Gender: Male. Age: 45 to 55. Vocal range top: E4. Vocal range bottom: A2. Baritone.
Arpad Laszlo
Delivery boy at Maraczek's Parfumerie. His exuberance is infectious and commitment to his job remarkable. He is ambitious and adorable. Gender: Male Age: 14 to 17. Vocal range top: E4. Vocal range bottom: Bb2. Tenor/Baritone.
Mr. Maraczek
Owner of Maraczek's Parfumerie. With a commanding presence, his dedication to the trade is rivaled only by his faithfulness to his wife. Gender: Male. Age: 55 to 65. Vocal range top: C4. Vocal range bottom: B2. Baritone.
Detective Keller
Private investigator. Character actor/ensemble member. Gender: Male. Age: 30-60. Ensemble vocals: Tenor, Baritone.
Ensemble Men
Ensemble of 4 men who would cover the shoppers, restaurant couples, waiter, busboy, and carolers. Gender: Male. Age: 30-60. Ensemble vocals: Tenor, Baritone. Note: Waiter sings "Romantic Atmosphere" solo - Tenor (range Top B2 - Bottom B4). Ensemble may understudy principal roles.
Ensemble Women
Ensemble of 4 women who would cover the shoppers, restaurant couples, waiter, and carolers. Gender: Female. Age: 30-60. Ensemble vocals: Alto, Soprano. Ensemble may understudy principal roles.
