Arsenic & Old Lace Auditions
Schedule
Fri Jan 17 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
216 South Main, Lockhart, TX, United States, Texas 78644 | Lockhart, TX
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SynopsisArsenic and Old Lace is a dark comedy about Mortimer Brewster, who discovers his sweet elderly aunts have been secretly poisoning lonely old men and burying them in the basement. Chaos erupts as Mortimer tries to cover up their crimes, fend off his criminal brother Jonathan, and manage his eccentric family—all while planning his wedding. Full of laughs and mayhem, it’s a hilarious tale of murder and madness.
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WOMEN
Abby Brewster (50-70) A charming Victorian lady who, with her sister, poisons elderly gentlemen as an act of charity. The more dominant and slightly older aunt of Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer.
Martha Brewster (50-70) Abby’s sweet but more submissive sister. She’s strong, kind, and deeply rooted in her role. Always wears a high collar. Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer.
Elaine Harper (25-40) Mortimer’s fiancée and the minister’s savvy, energetic daughter. Displays a wide range of emotions, from bliss to fear to relief.
MEN
Mortimer Brewster (30-50) Nephew of Abby and Martha, brother to Teddy and Jonathan. A likable drama critic whose world is upended by his family’s antics. Requires strong physical comedy and timing.
Teddy Brewster (40-60) Mortimer and Jonathan’s brother, who believes he’s Theodore Roosevelt. Energetic and dedicated, often charging up stairs yelling “CHARGE!”
Jonathan Brewster (35-60) A murderous psychopath with a temper and a face resembling Boris Karloff. Creepy, intense, and prone to physical work.
Dr. Einstein (35-65) A German plastic surgeon and Jonathan’s submissive accomplice. Sympathetic despite his faults, with a ratty appearance and alcohol haze.
CAMEOS
Rev. Dr. Harper (50-70) Elaine’s refined, mild-mannered father and minister. Disapproves of Mortimer and Elaine’s relationship.
Officer Brophy (25-45) A likable police officer collecting Christmas toys.
Officer Klein (25-45) Brophy’s partner, a typical Brooklyn cop.
Officer O’Hara (any age) An Irish-American officer with a larger-than-life personality and a passion for playwriting.
Mr. Gibbs (55-80) A gruff elderly man looking to rent a room but narrowly escapes the sisters’ “charity.”
Lieutenant Rooney (50s) The no-nonsense, decisive head of the local precinct.
Mr. Witherspoon (50-60s) The mild-mannered superintendent of Happy Dale Sanitarium.
Production Dates
March 28 - April 13
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2pm
Audition Dates
Friday, Jan 17, 7pm
Saturday, Jan 18, 7pm
Monday, Jan 20 , 7pm (callbacks, if necessary)
Audition Instructions
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script and improv. Monologues are optional and should not exceed 90 seconds
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Where is it happening?
216 South Main, Lockhart, TX, United States, Texas 78644Event Location & Nearby Stays:
