Synopsis
The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an cheerful nun-in-training who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision.
A note from the directors: Based on the true story of a family that flees the annexation of Austria by the Nazis, our production of this musical has some movements and lines that portray these historical villains. Everyone should feel uncomfortable when they see or hear these representations of murderous hate and bigotry. Consider leaning into that feeling as a reminder that humans are capable of terrible atrocities. Let it prompt discussions in your households about the history of the Holocaust, anti-Semitism and facism. Let it urge you to greater compassion, empathy, and action in your daily lives.
If you would like more context around the history of the Holocaust and the unspeakable crimes against humanity that the Nazi party committed please contact:
The Georgia Commission for the Holocaust
The Breman Museum
If you feel so moved, please consider making a donation to the Breman Museum or the Southeast Chapter of the Anti-Defamation League to support their efforts in the fight against anti-Semitism.
Anti-Defamation League
Lastly, please be conscious of how photographs of our young performers in Nazi costumes out of context are harmful. Sharing such pictures can have long-term negative impacts for the students pictured, Pope High School, the person who posts them, and the person who sees them. The damaging ripples could be long lasting. We ask that you refrain from taking these photos or posting them on social media.
Thank you for your support.
Cast & Crew
Maria - Maya Little
Captain Von Trapp - Ryan Smith
Mother Abbess - Sofia Hargis
Elsa - Laurel McFarland
Max - Aleks Kozlovski
Liesl - Anna Lopez
Friedrich - Jay Strobeck
Louisa - Lila Savu
Brigitta - Birdie Cosgrove
Kurt - Owen Hugh
Marta - Lorelei McGahee
Gretel - Stella Davis
Rolf - Adrian Thaiss
Sister Sofia/Party Goer - Alexis Allphin
Sister Margaretta/Party Goer - Ellie Davenport
Sister Berthe/Frau Schmidt - Marisa Mulgrew
Admiral Von Schreiber - Gage Larabee
Baron Elberfeld - Onyx Bermudez
Baroness Elberfeld/Nun - Lara Fortes
Frau Zeller/Nun - Kailey Breland
Heir Zeller - Jacob Hembree
Franz - Addy Foreman
Ursula/Nun - Ana Soto
Nun Soloist - Rae Strobeck
Ensemble - Lizzy Boyd
Ensemble - Serene Nguyen
Ensemble - Ansley White
Stage Manager - Brooke Pesqueira
Assistant Stage Manager - Cordy Powers
Assistant Stage Manager - Lianna Wessels
Production Assistant - Casey Paida
Costumes Head - Bella Caffee
Costumes Assistant - Emmie Tunnel
Costumes Assistant - Isabella Achtenberg
Lights Head - Michael Schneider
Lights Assistant - Nathan Collar
Props Head - Rowan Suit
Props Assistant - Annabelle Kane
Hair & Make-up Head/Kid Wrangler - Margaux Doerr
Hair & Make-up Assistant - Marissa Gooden
Sound Head - Katherine Bradford
Sound Assistant - Letha Smith
Sound Assistant - Mya Borysiak