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The Wesley Chapel Theater Group is excited to announce auditions for Arsenic and Old Lace, written by Joseph Kesselring and directed by Colleen DeFelice.
Auditions are open to the entire community, and we welcome actors of all ethnicities. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old at the time of auditions. We pride ourselves on being a community theater that values diverse talent and experience levels.
Interested actors should complete an audition form and provide a list of any potential date conflicts. We strongly encourage all adults aged 18 and over to apply.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
Please note that Wesley Chapel Theater Group is a non-profit theater, and this is a non-equity production. All cast and crew volunteer their time and talent.
When: Sunday, January 12th at 2:00 PM and Tuesday, January 14th at 7:00 PM.
Where: Auditions will be held at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Contact: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com.
Performance Dates:
* Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
* Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Rehearsals will begin the week of January 20th, and will be held twice a week from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The final schedule will be provided once casting is complete and the availability of the actors and crew is confirmed. As we approach the performance dates, additional rehearsals may be added, so please inform us of any conflicts as soon as possible.
Rehearsals will take place at the Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545. While the exact rehearsal schedule is still to be determined, expect rehearsals to be mostly on weekday nights, with occasional sessions on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
Important Note:
All performers and production volunteers must be available for all tech week rehearsals and performances.
Additional Crew and Casting:
We are also looking for a Stage Manager, stage crew, sound, lights, and front of the house volunteers. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to volunteer for any of those positions.
About the Show
Mortimer Brewster, is a drama critic who must deal with his crazy, murderous family and local police in Brooklyn, New York, as he debates whether to go through with his recent promise to marry the woman he loves. His family includes two spinster aunts (who have taken to murdering lonely old men by poisoning them), a brother who believes he is Theodore Roosevelt; and a murderous brother who has received plastic surgery to conceal his identity.
Casting:
WOMEN
Abby Brewster (Lead) (Female 50-70) A darling lady, and the very model of Victorian charm and grace, who poisons elderly gentlemen, with her sister as an act of charity. She and her sister Martha seem to be the absolute embodiment of the values and polite society of a bygone age. More dominant, and a bit older than Martha, both ladies are happy, healthy, lucid, and spry. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer.
Martha Brewster (Lead) (Female 50-70) Very sweet, but more submissive than Abby, Martha still is a strong woman. She and her sister have lived together for many, many years. Their personalities and pecking order around each other have been firmly rooted for eons. Always wears a high collar. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer.
Elaine Harper (Supporting) (Female 25-40) An Attractive girl, daughter of Rev. Dr. Harper, and Mortimer’s fiancée. She is surprisingly wise in the ways of the world for a minister’s daughter. She is a little bit wily, sassy, and absolutely sharp (Actor seeking this role will need to show genuine zest and spunk. She will also need to display a wonderful sense of versatility.) We witness Elaine progress from casual happiness, to utter bliss, to twisted confusion, to stark fear, to godsend relief, and back to casual happiness again.
MEN
Mortimer Brewster (Lead) (Male 30-50) Nephew of Abby and Martha, brother to both Teddy and Jonathan Brewster. A very likable, Mortimer is a drama critic who is in love with, & engaged to Elaine Harper. A good-hearted cynic who is about to have his world turned upside down. PHYSICAL ROLE. Special Note: The actor who plays this role must be comfortable to utterly “LET GO.” Mortimer controls the show. From the discovery of the first body, Mortimer must be electrified. He carries that energy all the way through the show. Physical comedy, perfection of timing in dialog delivery, likability in presence, and an ability to display agility in navigating the rapidly changing circumstances of each scene, absolutely necessary.
Teddy Brewster (Supporting) (Male 40-60) Very likable, kindhearted brother to Mortimer and Jonathan, Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, Teddy is a man who believes that he is the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. Extreme dedication and energy is necessary while charging up a flight of stairs and screaming “CHARGE!” PHYSICAL ROLE.
Jonathan Brewster (Supporting) (Male 40-60) Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, brother to Teddy and Mortimer. Jonathan is a psychopath who has numerous murders to his credit and no scruples whatsoever. He is creepy. Jonathan is a killer, that loves his business and he’s got an unbelievably short temper. Dr. Einstein has changed Jonathan’s face three times, currently resulting in a Boris Karloff resemblance (to which he is a bit sensitive.) Some PHYSICAL work.
Dr. Einstein (Supporting) (Male 45-55) A German plastic surgeon, with an accent to prove it. Right hand to Jonathan, Dr. Einstein is mousey and submissive to Jonathan. Einstein should be viewed as a good guy whose life has gone bad. The audience truly has to sympathize with this guy. With somewhat of a ratty appearance, his face wears the benevolent smirk of a man who lives in a pleasant haze of alcohol.
Officer Brophy (Featured) (25-45) The first police officer we meet in the show, Brophy is a thoroughly likable sort of fellow. Is making his rounds collecting Christmas toys for the needy. Some PHYSICAL work.
Officer Klein (Featured) (25-45) A flatfoot Brooklyn officer who makes his rounds with Officer Brophy collecting Christmas toys.
Officer O’Hara (Featured) (any age) He is the quintessential example of an Irish-American police officer: Full of life, good natured and played big. He is on very good terms with the Aunts. O’Hara is a would-be playwright, and needs to plainly display the nagging, persistent drive that’s kindled within him once he discovers that Mortimer is a famous dramatic critic. Well intentioned, O’Hara really doesn’t mean to come across as annoying as he does.
Lieutenant Rooney (Featured) (50’s) The man in charge at the local police precinct. Very early in the show we gain a pretty strong understanding of the caliber of men he has to manage under his watch. As such, he has very little patience for blunder and mistakes, and needs to run a pretty tight ship. He is loud, decisive, and clearly in-charge of every situation in which he finds himself.
These 3 characters can be portrayed by either a single actor or multiple actors, each expressing distinct personalities.
The Reverend Dr. Harper (Featured) (Can also play Mr. Witherspoon or Lieutenant Rooney) (50-70) We only see Elaine Harper’s father in the opening scene; a doctor of divinity, and the minister to the church next door to the Brewster house. The Brewster sisters have seen many ministers come and go over the years, but they seem to be particularly fond of Dr. Harper and vice versa. The actor portraying Dr. Harper should display a sense of polish, refinement, and mild-mannered sensitivity towards others. He is not in favor of Mortimer and Elaine’s relationship.
Mr. Gibbs (Featured) (Can also play Mr. Witherspoon or Lieutenant Rooney) (55-80) An elderly gentleman who wishes to rent a room from the Brewster sisters; and nearly falls victim to the sisters “charity”. He is a little gruff, but he warms up fairly quickly upon being offered a treat he hasn’t had since he was a child.
Mr. Witherspoon (Featured) (Can also play Dr. Harper or Mr. Gibbs) (50-60s) The superintendent of Happy Dale Sanitarium. Very mild mannered and kind.
Contact:
Website: https://www.wesleychapeltheatergroup.org/
Email: Wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WesleyChapelTheaterGroup/
The Wesley Chapel Theater Group is excited to announce auditions for Arsenic and Old Lace, written by Joseph Kesselring and directed by Colleen DeFelice.
Auditions are open to the entire community, and we welcome actors of all ethnicities. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old at the time of auditions. We pride ourselves on being a community theater that values diverse talent and experience levels.
Interested actors should complete an audition form and provide a list of any potential date conflicts. We strongly encourage all adults aged 18 and over to apply.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
Please note that Wesley Chapel Theater Group is a non-profit theater, and this is a non-equity production. All cast and crew volunteer their time and talent.
When: Sunday, January 12th at 2:00 PM and Tuesday, January 14th at 7:00 PM.
Where: Auditions will be held at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Contact: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com.
Performance Dates:
* Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
* Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Rehearsals will begin the week of January 20th, and will be held twice a week from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The final schedule will be provided once casting is complete and the availability of the actors and crew is confirmed. As we approach the performance dates, additional rehearsals may be added, so please inform us of any conflicts as soon as possible.
Rehearsals will take place at the Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Community Center, 5227 Autumn Ridge Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545. While the exact rehearsal schedule is still to be determined, expect rehearsals to be mostly on weekday nights, with occasional sessions on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
Important Note:
All performers and production volunteers must be available for all tech week rehearsals and performances.
Additional Crew and Casting:
We are also looking for a Stage Manager, stage crew, sound, lights, and front of the house volunteers. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to volunteer for any of those positions.
About the Show
Mortimer Brewster, is a drama critic who must deal with his crazy, murderous family and local police in Brooklyn, New York, as he debates whether to go through with his recent promise to marry the woman he loves. His family includes two spinster aunts (who have taken to murdering lonely old men by poisoning them), a brother who believes he is Theodore Roosevelt; and a murderous brother who has received plastic surgery to conceal his identity.
Casting:
WOMEN
Abby Brewster (Lead) (Female 50-70) A darling lady, and the very model of Victorian charm and grace, who poisons elderly gentlemen, with her sister as an act of charity. She and her sister Martha seem to be the absolute embodiment of the values and polite society of a bygone age. More dominant, and a bit older than Martha, both ladies are happy, healthy, lucid, and spry. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer.
Martha Brewster (Lead) (Female 50-70) Very sweet, but more submissive than Abby, Martha still is a strong woman. She and her sister have lived together for many, many years. Their personalities and pecking order around each other have been firmly rooted for eons. Always wears a high collar. The Aunt to Teddy, Jonathan, and Mortimer.
Elaine Harper (Supporting) (Female 25-40) An Attractive girl, daughter of Rev. Dr. Harper, and Mortimer’s fiancée. She is surprisingly wise in the ways of the world for a minister’s daughter. She is a little bit wily, sassy, and absolutely sharp (Actor seeking this role will need to show genuine zest and spunk. She will also need to display a wonderful sense of versatility.) We witness Elaine progress from casual happiness, to utter bliss, to twisted confusion, to stark fear, to godsend relief, and back to casual happiness again.
MEN
Mortimer Brewster (Lead) (Male 30-50) Nephew of Abby and Martha, brother to both Teddy and Jonathan Brewster. A very likable, Mortimer is a drama critic who is in love with, & engaged to Elaine Harper. A good-hearted cynic who is about to have his world turned upside down. PHYSICAL ROLE. Special Note: The actor who plays this role must be comfortable to utterly “LET GO.” Mortimer controls the show. From the discovery of the first body, Mortimer must be electrified. He carries that energy all the way through the show. Physical comedy, perfection of timing in dialog delivery, likability in presence, and an ability to display agility in navigating the rapidly changing circumstances of each scene, absolutely necessary.
Teddy Brewster (Supporting) (Male 40-60) Very likable, kindhearted brother to Mortimer and Jonathan, Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, Teddy is a man who believes that he is the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. Extreme dedication and energy is necessary while charging up a flight of stairs and screaming “CHARGE!” PHYSICAL ROLE.
Jonathan Brewster (Supporting) (Male 40-60) Nephew of Abby and Martha Brewster, brother to Teddy and Mortimer. Jonathan is a psychopath who has numerous murders to his credit and no scruples whatsoever. He is creepy. Jonathan is a killer, that loves his business and he’s got an unbelievably short temper. Dr. Einstein has changed Jonathan’s face three times, currently resulting in a Boris Karloff resemblance (to which he is a bit sensitive.) Some PHYSICAL work.
Dr. Einstein (Supporting) (Male 45-55) A German plastic surgeon, with an accent to prove it. Right hand to Jonathan, Dr. Einstein is mousey and submissive to Jonathan. Einstein should be viewed as a good guy whose life has gone bad. The audience truly has to sympathize with this guy. With somewhat of a ratty appearance, his face wears the benevolent smirk of a man who lives in a pleasant haze of alcohol.
Officer Brophy (Featured) (25-45) The first police officer we meet in the show, Brophy is a thoroughly likable sort of fellow. Is making his rounds collecting Christmas toys for the needy. Some PHYSICAL work.
Officer Klein (Featured) (25-45) A flatfoot Brooklyn officer who makes his rounds with Officer Brophy collecting Christmas toys.
Officer O’Hara (Featured) (any age) He is the quintessential example of an Irish-American police officer: Full of life, good natured and played big. He is on very good terms with the Aunts. O’Hara is a would-be playwright, and needs to plainly display the nagging, persistent drive that’s kindled within him once he discovers that Mortimer is a famous dramatic critic. Well intentioned, O’Hara really doesn’t mean to come across as annoying as he does.
Lieutenant Rooney (Featured) (50’s) The man in charge at the local police precinct. Very early in the show we gain a pretty strong understanding of the caliber of men he has to manage under his watch. As such, he has very little patience for blunder and mistakes, and needs to run a pretty tight ship. He is loud, decisive, and clearly in-charge of every situation in which he finds himself.
These 3 characters can be portrayed by either a single actor or multiple actors, each expressing distinct personalities.
The Reverend Dr. Harper (Featured) (Can also play Mr. Witherspoon or Lieutenant Rooney) (50-70) We only see Elaine Harper’s father in the opening scene; a doctor of divinity, and the minister to the church next door to the Brewster house. The Brewster sisters have seen many ministers come and go over the years, but they seem to be particularly fond of Dr. Harper and vice versa. The actor portraying Dr. Harper should display a sense of polish, refinement, and mild-mannered sensitivity towards others. He is not in favor of Mortimer and Elaine’s relationship.
Mr. Gibbs (Featured) (Can also play Mr. Witherspoon or Lieutenant Rooney) (55-80) An elderly gentleman who wishes to rent a room from the Brewster sisters; and nearly falls victim to the sisters “charity”. He is a little gruff, but he warms up fairly quickly upon being offered a treat he hasn’t had since he was a child.
Mr. Witherspoon (Featured) (Can also play Dr. Harper or Mr. Gibbs) (50-60s) The superintendent of Happy Dale Sanitarium. Very mild mannered and kind.
Contact:
Website: https://www.wesleychapeltheatergroup.org/
Email: Wesleychapeltheatergroup@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WesleyChapelTheaterGroup/
Join Us for the January Food Truck Rally!
When: Friday, January 24th
Time: 5 PM – 8 PM
Where: Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel
Bring your appetite and your friends for a delicious night filled with amazing eats and community vibes!
Featured Trucks COMING SOON
FREE ENTRY!
Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering dishes while soaking in the lively atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your week!
Address:
4424 Friendly Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
For more info: 813-783-1515
Visit: AvalonParkWesleyChapel.com
Don’t miss this flavorful Friday event – we’ll see you there!
#FoodTruckRally #AvalonParkWesleyChapel #CommunityFun #FoodieEvent
4424 Friendly Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Join Us for the Fourth Friday Food Truck Rally!
When: Friday, February 28th
Time: 5 PM – 8 PM
Where: Downtown Avalon Park Wesley Chapel
Bring your appetite and your friends for a delicious night filled with amazing eats and community vibes!
Featured Trucks COMING SOON
FREE ENTRY!
Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering dishes while soaking in the lively atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your week!
Address:
4424 Friendly Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
For more info: 813-783-1515
Visit: AvalonParkWesleyChapel.com
Don’t miss this flavorful Friday event – we’ll see you there!
#FoodTruckRally #AvalonParkWesleyChapel #CommunityFun #FoodieEvent
4424 Friendly Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
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