Talent Needed for "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder" Show
The company is holding auditions for "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder" show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Rate: Non-equity only. Actors will receive a small stipend ($60) and 2 comp tickets. Additional info: Show dates: July 11-13 & 17-19, 2025 Please prepare a 32-bar cut in the style of the show. An accompanist and bluetooth speaker will be available. Callbacks are by invitation only and will be held if needed on Thursday, April 10 at 7pm. Rehearsals will begin in mid-May. Please come prepared to share a list of your conflicts. Please apply if interested.
6 roles
Tenor Handsome, clever, charismatic, vulnerable and endearing. Discovers he is in line to become the Earl of Highhurst, and intends to kill off the family that stands in his way.
Baritone These roles are all played by one actor: Asquith D'Ysquith, Jr., a dandy; Lord Adlabert D'Ysquith, Eighth Earl of Highhurst; Reverend Lord Ezekiel D'Ysquith, a clergyman; Lord Adlabert D'Ysquith, Sr., an elderly banker; Henry D'Ysquith, a country squire; Lady Hyacinth D'Ysquith, a benefactress; Major Lord Bartholomew D'Ysquith, a bodybuilder; Lady Salome D'Ysquith Pumphrey, an actress; Chauncey D'Ysquith, a janitor
Soprano Monty's self-centered and flirtatious love interest who cares deeply about social status and wealth. The girl Monty loves.
Soprano Monty's kind-hearted cousin who becomes another love interest, embodying innocence and grace.
Mezzo-Soprano An elderly maid who reveals to Monty that Monty is a part of the noble D’Ysquith family and motivates him to claim his inheritance.
All vocal ranges. The ensemble must be adept at quick character changes, physical comedy, and supporting the principal cast through singing and dancing.