Audition Information
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
Sunday, March 2nd @ 7pm
Monday, March 3rd @ 7pm
Characters
Mollie Ralston (to play late 20s – 30s). The pleasant, young owner of Monkswell Manor. She has “an ingenuous air,” which is to say she comes off as innocent and often unsuspecting.
Giles Ralston (to play late 20s-30s). Husband of Mollie, whom he loves. He may appear arrogant, but he’s really just overprotective of his new wife.
Christopher Wren (to play 20s). A bit flighty and somewhat neurotic. Is both quirky and vulnerable… and a little mysterious.
Mrs. Boyle (to play 60s or 70s). Retired, ancient, grumpy, unpleasant. If there’s a kind bone in her body, she hides it well.
Major Metcalf (to play middle-aged). Typical retired British military officer. Underneath his gruffness . . . is more gruffness.
Miss Casewell (to play mid-20s). Somewhat masculine in demeanor. She keeps her cards close to the vest and remains aloof . . . and a little mysterious.
Mr. Paravicini (to play middle-aged). A man of unknown origin and age, he is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma . . . with an indeterminate accent. He’s a little mysterious.
Detective Sergeant Trotter (to play mid-20s). Determined to get to the bottom of things, he is dogged in his pursuit of the truth.
Play Synopsis
Agatha Christie’s iconic play, “The Mousetrap,” is a thrilling murder mystery that unfolds within the confines of Monkswell Manor, a guesthouse newly opened by Mollie and Giles Ralston. As snow blankets the countryside, a group of seemingly unrelated characters is snowed in together, setting the stage for a gripping tale of suspense.
The tension mounts when the news of a nearby murder breaks, indicating that the culprit may be seeking refuge at Monkswell Manor. Adding to the intrigue, a mysterious traveler arrives unexpectedly, further isolating the guests and raising suspicions among them.
Among the eclectic group are Christopher Wren, an eccentric and nervous young man; Mrs. Boyle, a critical and demanding guest; Major Metcalf, a reserved and enigmatic figure; Miss Casewell, a guarded and independent woman; Mr. Paravicini, a peculiar and jovial foreigner; and Detective Sergeant Trotter, an investigator determined to uncover the truth behind the recent murder and prevent another.
Tensions rise as secrets and suspicions surface among the guests, each harboring their own pasts and motives. Mysterious occurrences and cryptic clues further complicate the situation, leaving the audience guessing about the identity of the murderer.
As the characters’ backgrounds and connections unfold, red herrings and twists keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The suspenseful atmosphere, coupled with clever dialogue and unexpected revelations, builds to a thrilling climax that unveils the true identity of the murderer.
Our season schedule contains the audition and performance dates for our six mainstage shows. We will post more details at least two weeks in advance of each audition.
Unless otherwise specified, auditions are as follows:
- Auditions are on a Sunday and Monday at 7:00pm. The doors will open at 6:30.
- Auditioners only need to attend one audition.
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
- No prior experience or resume is required.
- A prepared piece is not required.
- Every auditioner will be notified by phone of their result, before the full cast list is announced publicly.
- Surfside does not precast roles….ever.
Visit our Event Calendar to see dates of upcoming auditions.
Auditions will consist of
Musicals & Non-Musicals
Cold readings from the script
Musicals Only
Each auditioneer will be taught a 30 second selection of music from the show.
Each auditioneer will be taught a 15 second dance / staged movement routine.
Call (321) 783-3127 or email us at info@surfsideplayhouse.com for more information
Upcoming Auditions
COVID-19 Precautions
Surfside no longer requires patrons to wear a mask while seated but we do ask all auditioners to wear a mask when entering the building. Once you arrive at your seat, you may remove your mask if you are inclined to do so. Please remember that many are still not vacinated. We protect our own so please act accordingly. If you have not been vacinated, we highly recomend that you keep your mask on except for when you are auditioning on stage.
Please look at the following bullet points to see how the process has changed:
- Always apply the 6ft distancing rule when attending auditions. We will consider this as part of our onstage audition guidelines as well.
- You will be asked to attend only one night of auditions.
