An Old Fashioned Family Murder
Auditions: Monday August 10 and Tuesday August 11 at 7:00pm
Callbacks: Thursday August 13 and 11 at 7:00pm
Location: Vienna Community Center: 120 Cherry S. SE, Vienna VA 22081
Performance Dates:
Friday, October 16 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 17 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 18, at 2:00 PM
Friday, October 23 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 24 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 25 at 2:00 PM
Friday, October 30 at 7:30 PM
No performance on Halloween, Saturday October 31
Sunday, November 1 at 2:00 PM
Description:
A murder. A mystery. A mother. It’s a dark and stormy night at the mansion of elderly Colonel Claythorne, and the pompous murder-mystery author Arthur Whittington is holding court with the Colonel’s family: his eldest daughter, Clarice, who is cold and glamorous; Clarice’s attractive fiancé, Jasper; Claythorne’s youngest daughter, Dotty, who is a big fan of Whittington’s; and Mrs. Shirley Peck, an unassuming but keenly observant visiting widow. When Whittington shares the news that the Colonel has modified his will to cut out one of his daughters – though which daughter won’t be revealed until the Colonel’s death – tempers flare. By the time Mrs. Peck’s son, (junior) Detective Paul Peck arrives at the house, there’s been a murder, and everyone is a suspect. With backstabbing, love and Mrs. Peck’s mother-knows-best advice complicating the investigation, it soon becomes clear that nothing – and no one – is what it seems.
Character Descriptions:
Billie Hayes
Playing Age: 65–80
A wealthy, eccentric widow with a sharp intellect and a taste for control. Billie is theatrical, commanding, and always seems to know more than she reveals. She orchestrates the action with confidence and a hint of mischief.
Walter Pennington
Playing Age: 60–75
A dignified, traditional gentleman and longtime associate of Billie’s late husband. He carries himself with authority and decorum, representing old-school values and restraint.
Richard Lampert
Playing Age: 40–55
A successful, confident attorney with a strong presence. Intelligent and persuasive, he navigates situations with calculated precision and an air of authority.
Kim Keegan
Playing Age: 25–40
A perceptive psychologist with a keen analytical mind. She is observant, composed, and able to read people with unsettling accuracy.
Detective Justin McNally
Playing Age: 35–55
A seasoned police detective tasked with sorting out the truth. Practical, direct, and persistent, he approaches the situation with professional focus.
Marjorie (The Maid)
Playing Age: 40–70
The household maid who appears straightforward but is far more aware than she lets on. Quiet, attentive, and observant, she is a constant presence in the home.
Diversity actors are strongly encouraged to audition.
Location - All auditions and performances will be held at the Vienna Community Center: 120 Cherry S. SE, Vienna VA 22081
Questions, please email: [email protected]
A murder. A mystery. A mother. It’s a dark and stormy night at the mansion of elderly Colonel Claythorne, and the pompous murder-mystery author Arthur Whittington is holding court with the Colonel’s family: his eldest daughter, Clarice, who is cold and glamorous; Clarice’s attractive fiancé, Jasper; Claythorne’s youngest daughter, Dotty, who is a big fan of Whittington’s; and Mrs. Shirley Peck, an unassuming but keenly observant visiting widow. When Whittington shares the news that the Colonel has modified his will to cut out one of his daughters – though which daughter won’t be revealed until the Colonel’s death – tempers flare. By the time Mrs. Peck’s son, (junior) Detective Paul Peck arrives at the house, there’s been a murder, and everyone is a suspect. With backstabbing, love and Mrs. Peck’s mother-knows-best advice complicating the investigation, it soon becomes clear that nothing – and no one – is what it seems.
Character Descriptions:
Billie Hayes
Playing Age: 65–80
A wealthy, eccentric widow with a sharp intellect and a taste for control. Billie is theatrical, commanding, and always seems to know more than she reveals. She orchestrates the action with confidence and a hint of mischief.
Walter Pennington
Playing Age: 60–75
A dignified, traditional gentleman and longtime associate of Billie’s late husband. He carries himself with authority and decorum, representing old-school values and restraint.
Richard Lampert
Playing Age: 40–55
A successful, confident attorney with a strong presence. Intelligent and persuasive, he navigates situations with calculated precision and an air of authority.
Kim Keegan
Playing Age: 25–40
A perceptive psychologist with a keen analytical mind. She is observant, composed, and able to read people with unsettling accuracy.
Detective Justin McNally
Playing Age: 35–55
A seasoned police detective tasked with sorting out the truth. Practical, direct, and persistent, he approaches the situation with professional focus.
Marjorie (The Maid)
Playing Age: 40–70
The household maid who appears straightforward but is far more aware than she lets on. Quiet, attentive, and observant, she is a constant presence in the home.
Diversity actors are strongly encouraged to audition.
Location - All auditions and performances will be held at the Vienna Community Center: 120 Cherry S. SE, Vienna VA 22081
Questions, please email: [email protected]
