Murdered to Death
by Peter Gordan
Directed by Simon Foley
About the Play
A hilarious journey into the world of classic British murder mysteries, Peter Gordon's "Murdered to Death", is a delightful spoof set in the grand yet eerie Bagshot House and brings together a quirky cast of characters who find themselves embroiled in the mysterious death of the manor's owner, Mildred Bagshot.
As the bumbling Inspector Pratt attempts to solve the case with his oddly competent Constable Thompkins, chaos and comedy ensue. The eccentric suspects include the overly confident Colonel Craddock, his acerbic wife Margaret, the shady French art dealer Pierre Marceau, and the high-society socialite Elizabeth Hartley-Trumpington. Adding to the mayhem are the nosy amateur sleuth Joan Maple and the creepy butler Bunting, each with their own secrets and agendas.
This uproarious homage to Agatha Christie promises plenty of laughs, unexpected twists, and a host of memorable characters. Will the murderer be unmasked before everyone else meets their doom, or will the audience die laughing first?
AUDITION!
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DATE & TIME
Saturday, 2nd November 2024 from 10:00am
CALLBACKS
Monday 4th November 2024 (if required)
REHEARSALS
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7.30pm – 10.00pm
Sundays afternoons
LOCATION
Dolphin Theatre
Foyer
12 Spring Street
Onehunga
NOTEs
Ages are indicative only. All roles are open to all ethnicities. If you feel you may be suitable for a role, I encourage you to audition! Ideally, each character will have an English accent.
You will be auditioning with readers in an individually booked session with the casting team.
Roles
Mildred Bagshot (Female, 50s)
The moderately wealthy owner of Bagshot Manor. She is somewhat absent-minded and oblivious to the dangers around her and harbours a hidden affection for another character.
Bunting (Male, 50s+)
A traditional butler, who is loyal and slightly sinister. He often lurks in the background, adding to the mysterious atmosphere. Holds a dark secret.
Margaret Craddock (Female, 45+)
Married to Charles Craddock, who is more refined and diplomatic. She often acts as a calming influence on her husband.
Charles Craddock (Male, 50+)
A retired military man - dignified and distracted, with a short temper.
Dorothy Foxton (Female, 25+)
Companion and housekeeper to Mildred. She is practical, somewhat sarcastic.
Elizabeth Hartley-Trumpington (Female, 20+)
Very high society, she is elegant and somewhat aloof. She carries herself with an air of superiority. This role requires both upper-class and cockney-style accents.
Joan Maple (Female, 60+)
A nosy amateur detective, modelled after Miss Marple from Agatha Christie’s novels. She is clever and persistent.
Pierre Marceau (30+)
A French art dealer with a mysterious past. He is a charming rogue. The role requires a good French accent as well as a broad English accent.
Inspector Pratt (Male, 40+)
The bumbling and incompetent inspector in charge of the investigation. He is oblivious to his own mistakes.
Thompkins (Male, 30+)
A young and local bobby. He is an eager village bobby with all the smarts.
Audition Application Form
Dolphin theatre is a community theatre and is run entirely by volunteers.
All acting roles are unpaid.