Auditions for The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie, will be held Saturday, August 15th from 10:00am to 12:00p and Sunday, August 16th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Callbacks, if needed, will be Monday August 17th from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Auditions will be held at the Performing Arts Center, 1670 Nectar St.

A severe snowstorm traps a young couple and five eccentric guests inside the newly opened Monkswell Manor. Intrigue and mayhem arise when a detective arrives to warn them that a murderer is on the loose, seeking revenge for a dark, tragic secret from the past. When one of the guests is found strangled, suspicion grips the house as everyone realizes the killer is one of them.

The play is set in the early 1950’s in an English manor house. English accents will not be required for the audition. Sides will be handed out at the audition. Due to limited time, there will not be a table read prior to auditions. Everyone is encouraged to audition for any role that they are interested in.  We’re looking for the right fit, not a specific gender identity. However, please note that due to licensing, each character will have to be performed as the gender written in the script. Please complete the audition form in advance.

Roles
Mollie Ralston: An anxious but determined young woman who just started the guest house with her husband.
Mrs. Boyle: A harsh, critical, and unpleasant older woman who complains about everything.
Miss Casewell: A quiet, masculine, and independent woman who remains deeply guarded about her past.
Giles Ralston: Mollie’s arrogant, quick-tempered husband who easily becomes jealous and suspicious.
Christopher Wren: A frantic, erratic, and highly eccentric young man with a wild imagination.
Major Metcalf: A polite, observant, and rigid retired military man who keeps to himself.
Mr. Paravicini: A shadowy, foreign stranger who delights in creating an eerie atmosphere.
Detective Sergeant Trotter: A dynamic, intense, and persuasive young investigator who takes charge of the investigation.

The initial cast read through will be Friday, Sept 4th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Rehearsals will be Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:30pm and Sundays from 4pm-6pm. Please note any conflicts on the audition form. Due to the nature of the show, we can not cast anyone with a conflict for a performance date.

The Mousetrap is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com