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The Aria of Julie d'Aubigny,
the cross-dressing, sword-fighting, opera singer, wherein she seduces men and women alike, wins numerous duels, must be twice pardoned by the King, and eventually finds true love.
by Monica Cross
directed by Peter Duerst
Content note: This play contains violence, injury, illness, death, sexual harassment, alcohol, period-appropriate drug use, discussion of self harm, discussion of suicidal thoughts, and discussions of grooming.
The legendary Julie d’Aubigny leads a sensational life: loving deeply, fighting recklessly, and always followed by a chorus of gossips embellishing her actions. How much of the real Julie lives on in the stories we know of her today? This play is a beautiful queer story filled with action, romance, and comedy.
This production of The Aria of Julie d’Aubigny will be its world premiere.
Auditions
Reservations are now open for auditions, Monday March 30 and Tuesday March 31 with callbacks (if necessary) on Thursday April 2. Auditions are by reservation only. See our Auditions page for more information.
Performances
Friday, June 5, 2026 at 8pm
Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8pm
Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 4pm (matinee)
Friday, June 12, 2026 at 8pm (understudy performance)
Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 8pm
Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 4pm (matinee)
Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 8pm (masks-required performance)
Friday, June 19, 2026 at 8pm
Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 4pm (matinee)
Location
The Aria of Julie d'Aubigny will be presented at Unity Somerville, 6 William Street, Somerville.
The performance space is not wheelchair-accessible.
Parking on William St is by permit only. General parking is available on College Ave. Please read signs carefully to avoid ticketing.
Production Team
Delphine Kaiser — Producer, French Consultant
Peter Duerst — Director
Alina Ishizaki — Technical Director
Xuan Li Leong — Stage Manager
Richie DeJesus — Fight Director
Pamela Petterchak — Vocal Director
Elizabeth Ross — Intimacy Director
Jamie Lin — Co-Dramaturg, Publicity Designer
Samuel Zeiberg — Co-Dramaturg
Shelley MacAskill — Advising Technical Director
Carolyn Jones — Costumes Designer
Simon Green — Assistant Costume Designer
Nick Calow — Lighting Designer
Marco White — Sound Designer
Keisha Warriner — Properties Designer
James Scheffler — Lead Carpenter
Katie Biegel — Carpenter
Chloe Trepanier — Publicity Manager
If you are interested in joining the Production Team, please email us or fill out the interest form!