The Sound of Music (thesis project)

A Senior Thesis in Music for Sophie Dvorak

by • Music by Richard Rodgers • Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II • Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse • Suggested by "The Trapp Family Singers" by Maria Augusta Trapp

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Set against the backdrop of the rise of fascism in 1938 Austria, The Sound of Music tells the story of a young postulant who brings hope and music to a family in mourning. This show is timeless, and its themes of hope and integrity in the face of large-scale adversity are incredibly relevant to today’s society. The Sound of Music is about using music as a lens through which to interpret the world and how to cope in times of loss, fear, and isolation. This project explores that idea by using music to unite a broad range of Yale students as well as members of the New Haven community. The goal of this production is to promote joy and community through music, and to share that joy with a broader audience community through one of the most legendary musicals of all time. 

 

THE SOUND OF MUSIC is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization. www.concordtheatricals.com

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Performance Dates & Times

April 9, 2026 - 7:00pm

April 11, 2026 - 1:00pm

April 11, 2026 - 7:00pm

Location

The Dome at the Schwarzman Center, 168 Grove Street

Venue Accessibility: 
Wheelchair accessible entrance on Grove Street and College Street

Reservations

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Patron Information

Yale is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. ASL interpretation is available for patrons attending a production who are deaf or have hearing loss. To request accommodations: 

Please be sure to include the name of the show and the performance date and time. Contact Daisy Abreu with questions. 

Performers

Maria Rainer
Captain von Trapp
Mother Abbess
Elsa Schraeder
Max Detweiler
Rolf Gruber
Liesl von Trapp
Friedrich von Trapp
Caroline Seguin
Louisa von Trapp
Malikia Samuel
Kurt von Trapp
Ozzie Aparicio
Brigitta von Trapp
Ariana Biggs
Marta von Trapp
Aeliz Dunham
Gretl von Trapp
Scarlett Alexis
Sister Margaretta
Sister Sophia
Sister Berthe
Frau Schmidt
Ensemble
Rose Kosciuszek
Violin
Violin
Viola
Ben Graham
Viola
Jewon Im
Cello
Dylan Lee
Flute
Sascha Chernesky
Clarinet
Ethan Chen
Oboe
Alex Moore
French Horn
Julian Kolthammer
Harp
Jiaxian Chen
Percussion
David Stolyarov

Production Team

Producer
Director
Musical Director
Musical Director
Choreographer
Orchestra Director
Noah Dokko Stein
Stage Manager
Costume Designer
Projections Designer
Set Designer
Amy Cohen
Sound Designer
Emilee Biles
Sound Team
Lighting Designer
Assistant
Lighting Designer
Helen Xiong