Over My Dead Body Auditions

Set in London, the last surviving members of The Murder League ~ a once-prestigious society of classic detective novelists ~ find themselves overshadowed by a flashy new generation of crime writers. Determined not to fade into obscurity, the Old Guard decide to prove their mettle in the most shocking way possible: by plotting the perfect crime… a real murder. Witty, wicked and delightfully twisted, this comedy is a love letter to the golden age of mysteries ~ with a killer punchline.

Auditionees will present scenes from the script that will be provided. Perusal scripts are available with a $10 deposit for 48 hours. Visit Town Theatre during box office hours (Tuesday to Friday, 12 noon to 5 PM) to check one out.

What you need to do:

1. Sign up HERE to let us know when you are coming to auditions.
2. Bring a headshot or recent photo with you (a small one is fine).
3. Feel free to attach a theatrical résumé.
4. Download and complete your audition form below. Bring it with you to auditions.

Can’t attend in person?

Sign up HERE and email your completed form and photo shannon@towntheatre.com
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Over My Dead Body will run January 23 through February 1. Allison McNeely will direct.

Roles are available for 7 men and 1 woman. Character descriptions below.

Trevor Foyle: Elderly but still commanding, with a razor-sharp wit and a twinkle of cynicism. A true gentleman of the old school, he relishes the intellectual chess match of murder mysteries ~ and perhaps of murder itself.

Dora Winslow: Refined, clever and gracious, Dora retains much of the elegance and allure of her youth. Beneath her gentle exterior lies a steel-trap mind, making her both charming and formidable.

Bartie Cruikshank: A colorful, enthusiastic spirit who often nods off mid-conversation, only to wake brimming with wild energy. His flamboyant nature makes him the comic heart of the League, even when plotting something sinister.

Charters: The League’s butler, ancient yet devoted. He shuffles along with slow, deliberate purpose, offering dry humor and endearing clumsiness. His loyalty is unquestionable, though his usefulness may be… limited.

Simon Vale: The darling of modern crime fiction. Suave, stylish and in his prime, Simon thrives on fame, adoration, and self-importance. Brilliant on the page, but vain and careless in life.

Leo Sharp: A brash, good-looking American in Simon’s corner. As his literary agent, Leo is loud, irreverent and quick with a quip. He’s a fast-talking opportunist who knows how to work a room ~ and an angle.

Chief Inspector Smith: A detective who worships the ground the Murder League walks on. Affable and enthusiastic, but too starstruck to notice key clues. His bumbling manner makes him a perfect foil for true mystery minds.

Sergeant Trask: Solid, reliable and no-nonsense. A practical young officer with ambition to solve the case the “right way.” His grounded presence balances the more eccentric characters.

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