Dancer Auditions for "Murder's in the Heir" Show
Looking for performers for the "Murder's in the Heir" show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Clue meets Knives Out in the masterfully entertaining Murder’s in the Heir! Almost every character in this hilarious mystery has the weapon, opportunity, and motive to commit an unseen murder. And it’s up to your audience to decide who did it! Each of the heirs to the tyrannical billionaire Simon Starkweather has the means and the motive to do away with him. Starkweather gathers his family and employees to announce the contents of his will. His lawyer, Lois van Zandt, reveals that he has bequeathed vast fortunes to his befuddled niece Fiona, her playboy son Jordan, his great-niece Paula (a Southern belle), and his grandson Simon III, as well as to his many servants. Then Lois delivers the bombshell! Within hours this will become invalid. Of course, the rejected heirs are not pleased, so it’s not surprising when they roam the old mansion carrying such items as an ax, a gun, and poison. Predictably, the lights go out, and Simon is discovered murdered. Simon III is determined to find his grandfather’s killer, with the help of detective Mike Davis. The play’s unique ending, utilizing secret ballots gathered at intermission from the audience, determines the killer in this Billy St. John maze of murder. Additional info: Please dress appropriately and expect to have your photo taken after you have signed in. Please do not bring props to the audition. Also, the casting committee requests that you do not wear costumes or face paint. All actors are required to audition with one of the monologues attached. Although monologues are named, if you are going for a character who does not have a monologue, simply use one from the list in the audition registration link. Volunteer Expectations: Actors and family participation is a natural part of the community theatre experience. Directors expect each family to contribute approximately 20 hours to the production prior to performances (set building, work inside the theatre, show promotion, etc.) plus working before, during, or after most performances. Volunteer positions will be reviewed at the first rehearsal. Rehearsals: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays The first rehearsal is Saturday, July 13th. Attendance by all cast and crew at the first rehearsal is required and non-negotiable. Generally, weekday rehearsals will be from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Saturday rehearsal times vary – please check the schedule. An in-depth rehearsal schedule is provided at the first rehearsal. Additional rehearsals may be called if needed. Rehearsals may be limited to small groups with various arrival and dismissal times. Rehearsal attendance is crucial, but no absences are allowed unless disclosed in registration form conflicts. The inability to attend rehearsals affects casting eligibility. (8) Performances: Friday, Sept. 13 @ 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14 @ 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15 @ 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 @ 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 @ 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 @ 2:30 p.m. See the attachment for details and audition material. If interested, please apply.
16 roles
The Family. (elderly) … a billionaire, tyrannical.
The Family. His niece by marriage, befuddle.
The Family. His great-nephew, Fiona’s son, a playboy.
The Family. His great-niece, a Southern Belle (must have an accent).
The Family. His grandson, a college student.
The Staff. The butler, formal.
The Staff. The housekeeper, dour.
The Staff. The cook, temperamental.
The Staff. The maid, shy.
The Staff. The handyman, surly.
The Professionals. A lawyer, business-like.
The Professionals. A nurse, stern.
The Professionals. A personal secretary, bright, self-assured.
The Professionals. A private detective, smart, tough.
The Professionals. The director.
The Professionals. Cameo role.