Audition Dates and Times
Monday August 18 at 6 PM
Tuesday August 19 at 6 PM
ACT MAINSTAGE SERIES
Sue E. Trotter Theater
SHOW DATES
October 24 - November 2, 2025
Ages 18 +
Directed by Bob Borwick
We need a cast of a variety of backgrounds ages 18 and older. Anyone who wants to help with the production in any capacity should attend auditions.
Auditionees will do a cold read from the script, be asked to be familiar with the tune and/or lyrics to Three Blind Mice, and take simple direction.
For those selected, callbacks will be Wednesday, August 20, at 6:00 PM.
ABOUT THE PLAY
The world's longest-running play!
In The Mousetrap, news surfaces that a local woman has been murdered, and the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer is among them, and the seven strangers grow increasingly suspicious of one another. A police detective, arriving on skis, interrogates the suspects: the newlyweds running the house; a spinster with a curious background; an architect who seems better equipped to be a chef; a retired Army major; a strange little man who claims his car has overturned in a drift; and a retired magistrate who makes life miserable for everyone. When a second murder takes place, tensions and fears escalate. This record-breaking murder mystery comes from Dame Agatha Christie, the foremost mystery writer of her time.
ROLES
MOLLIE RALSTON – A newlywed who has inherited Monkswell Manor and has opened it as a guesthouse with her husband. A hospitable and warm, if slightly naive, hostess and cook.
GILES RALSTON – The more cautious proprietor of Monkswell Manor. Supportive of his wife, but less thrilled to run a guesthouse. A traditional gentleman who’s quick to judge his guests.
CHRISTOPHER WREN – A young architect with a flamboyant and often inappropriate sense of humor. His energetic conversation can appear both lighthearted and sinister.
MRS. BOYLE – A retiree whose acerbic tone makes her a challenging guest. Strong-willed and uncompromising, with high expectations. Pleased only when expressing disappointment.
MAJOR METCALF – An affable guest who is willing to help his hosts cope with the consequences of the snowstorm. Retired from the army, steady and calm in the face of conflict.
MISS CASEWELL – A modern and somewhat aloof young woman travelling on business. Unwilling to discuss private matters and disinterested in the opinion of her fellow guests.
MR. PARAVICINI – A roguish gentleman who is not forthcoming about his reasons for being there. Delights in the guests’ uncertainty and pays particular attention to his hostess, Mollie.
DETECTIVE SGT. TROTTER – The young detective assigned to reach Monkswell Manor and report on the situation as it unfolds. Determined and authoritative in his pursuit of the truth.
The Mousetrap is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. concordtheatricals.com