Seeking Performers for “Miss Holmes” Play
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Looking for performers for “Miss Holmes” play. Please, see the details below. About the play: Join Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson as they work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives have a habit of turning up dead! These unconventional women, trapped in an era that refuses to accept them, must forge a bond of trust and work together through the dangers of 19th century London in this entertaining and delightfully fast-moving murder mystery. Additional information: Show Week Dates: May 4-10, 2026. Rehearsals: See the complete rehearsal schedule here. Rehearsals take place in the St. James neighbourhood. Line Read: For those who are selected for the cast, the first line read of the play (and handing out scripts) will take place Monday, January 19, 2026, in the evening. When: Auditions will be held over three days: January 3-5, 2026. No experience is required to audition. You will be provided short sections from the script in advance of the auditions. While memorizing the lines is not required, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the scene. Please, see the attachment. If you're interested, please apply.
17 roles
PRIMARY CHARACTERS (attends all rehearsals). Female-presenting. Tenacious and incredibly intelligent woman living at a time when neither trait was desirable for a lady. Energetic.
PRIMARY CHARACTERS (attends all rehearsals). Female-presenting. One of the very few women licensed to practice medicine. Far more practical and level-headed than Sherlock, but just as brave. This actress will need to learn a few German lines.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Male-presenting. Older than Sherlock. He is the spider spinning a web from within the government. Meticulous in every way.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Female-presenting. Newest bride of bride of Thomas, who she views him with a mixture of pride and fear. Innocent and earnest.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Male-presenting. Decorated Scotland Yard detective, recently married for the third time, with a questionable reputation. Intense and charismatic.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Male-presenting. Serious by-the-books Scotland yard detective.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Female-presenting. Historical figure. First woman licensed as a physician/surgeon in Britain. Dr. Anderson is Watson’s boss and mentor.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Male-presenting. Doctor friend and admirer of Dr. Watson. This actor will need to learn a few lines in German.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Female-presenting. A wealthy woman mourning the death of her daughter.
SUPPORTING CHARACTER (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week). Male-presenting. Army veteran, petty criminal, knows who he owes.
ENSEMBLE (attends 1 – 2 rehearsals a week). A number of ensemble roles will be cast. Some may include dialogue (1 – 30 lines) and physical activity (i.e. stage combat). Other roles may be atmospheric in nature, with stage time and no lines (such as various Londoners for several street scenes). Let directors know what you are comfortable with.
The beleaguered landlady of 221B Baker Street).
Power tripping and corrupt.
Scheming alcoholic.
Atmospheric role (0 – 4 lines of dialogue).
Atmospheric role (0 – 4 lines of dialogue).
Atmospheric role (0 – 4 lines of dialogue).
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