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Auditions for GSSME’s 2027 production of ‘The Grand Duke’!

Auditions for The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Maine’s upcoming production of The Grand Duke will be at The Moore Center (125 State Street, Ellsworth) on September 14th from 6:00 to 8:00PM and September 19th from 10:00AM to 1:00PM! The final arrival time is 30 minutes before the end (7:30PM and 12:30PM).

This production will be going to Buxton, England in August, 2027 to compete in the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival in celebration of our 50th anniversary! More information will be available at auditions.

Prepare a classical song to sing. A Gilbert & Sullivan song might be a good choice, but is not required. You may also be asked to read some dialogue.

Plus audition for the Lee Patterson Classical Voice Scholarship at the same time!
(Scholarship recipients must perform in The Grand Duke.)

Want to sing in the chorus? No audition needed! Just email info@gilbertsullivanmaine.org to sign up.

Performances of The Grand Duke will be at The Grand (165 Main St., Ellsworth) on March 5, 6, 7 & 12, 13, 14.

For more information, please email info@gilbertsullivanmaine.org, or use the Contact Us form on our website!

Coming Winter 2027, ‘The Grand Duke, or, The Statutory Duel’!

Big news from the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Maine!

We’re beyond excited to unveil our 2027 season—and it’s something truly special. For the very first time, we’ll be bringing to life the only Gilbert and Sullivan operetta we’ve never produced before.

Behind the scenes, a troupe of actors is caught up in a secret plot to overthrow their ruler. A misplaced word leads to a rigged duel, a sudden shift of power, and a cascade of romantic entanglements that spiral delightfully out of control. With mistaken identities, unexpected claims, and just the right legal twist, everything teeters between chaos and comedy.

Join us as we proudly present “The Grand Duke, or, The Statutory Duel,” –a sparkling, rarely performed gem you won’t want to miss!

Stay tuned for more details… the drama is just getting started!

Princess Ida Cast List

We are proud to present the cast of our 2026 production of Princess Ida and the Lee Patterson Scholarship winners!

Want to join the chorus? There’s still time! Send an email to info@gilbertsullivanmaine.org to learn more.

Princess Ida Auditions

Come audition for Princess Ida!

Auditions will take place at the Moore Center in Ellsworth on October 30th from 6:00 to 8:00PM, and November 1st from 10:00AM to 1:00PM. The final arrival time is 30 minutes before the end (7:30PM and 12:30PM).

No audition is necessary for chorus.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Ruddigore Auditions

Auditions for lead roles in Ruddigore will be held on on Saturday, October 19 from 1-3 PM and Monday, October 21 from 6-8 PM at the Moore Center (125 State Street) in Ellsworth.

If you plan to audition, send us an email at info@gilbertsullivanmaine.org so we know when to expect you.

Come prepared to sing something–a song from the show is preferred or something similar to a Gilbert & Sullivan song. At the audition, you will also be given some dialogue to run through. If you absolutely can’t make the available audition times, contact us.

Plus audition for the Lee Patterson Classical Voice Scholarship. The Lee Patterson Scholarship for Classical Voice Training, a $500 award for voice lessons available to anyone 14 years or older willing to sing a lead role or in the chorus in this year’s show.

Auditions for Ruddigore will be at The Moore Center (125 State Street, Ellsworth) on Saturday, October 19 from 1-3 PM and Monday, October 21 from 6-8 PM.

Want to sing in the chorus? No audition needed! Just email info@gilbertsullivanmaine.org to sign up.

Performances of Ruddigore will be at The Grand in Ellsworth on March 7, 8, 9 & 14, 15, 16.
Rehearsals will be at The Moore Center Saturdays (12-5 pm) and Sundays (1-5 pm) starting January 4th.