[NEohioPAL] Auditions for The Mousetrap at Clague Playhouse: 6/25 & 6/26

[Clague Playhouse]

*Upcoming Auditions for the Opening Show of Clague Playhouse's 98th Season!*
*The Mousetrap *by Agatha ChristieAudition Dates: Wednesday, June 25th and
Thursday, June 26th at the Playhouse from 7:00-9:00 pm

Directed by Ron Newell

*Show Dates:* 9/12/2025 - 10/5/2025, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at
7:30PM and Sundays at 2PM

Please bring resume and headshot, if available. If you don't have a
headshot, Clague will shoot one at auditions. No appointment is necessary.
You can fill out audition form onsite or from website. Please print and
bring with you. It will be cold readings from script.

The story: After a local woman is murdered, 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 jurist who makes
life miserable for everyone. When a second murder takes place, tensions and
fears
escalate. This record-breaking murder mystery features a brilliant surprise
finish from Dame Agatha Christie, the foremost mystery writer of her time.

Characters:
MOLLIE RALSTON – A newlywed who has inherited Monkswell Manor and has opened
it as a guesthouse with her husband. A hospitable and warm, if slightlynaive,
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.
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