A Party to Murder
Murder Mystery
A Party to Murder is a murder mystery set in a country estate in Connecticut in 1936. It follows Francine Bentley, Kay Chandler, and Inspector Holbrook. Francine is trying to organize a birthday party for her friend, Abigail Pennyworth, while Kay (Francine's assistant) is trying to overcome being ridiculed and ostracized by the socialites who are visiting the house. During the party, a storm takes out the power, and upon the lights being restored, one of the visitors is found dead. Inspector Holbrook attempts to figure out who the murderer is, while Francine tries to keep the house from tearing itself apart.
Auditions: Open to students 9th - 12th grade. (High School Only)
In-person auditions will be on Thursday, August 8th from 5 pm to 8 pm place TBD (Please sign up for a time slot below)
If you are unable to attend in-person auditions, please send in a virtual audition by Wednesday, August 7th, 2024.
*Virtual submission instructions can be found using the “Audition Guidelines + Materials” button below.
Registration: Due August 19th (first day of rehearsal). Once casting is announced, cast members will receive registration instructions via email and may begin registering online.
Cost: $275.00 due at the first rehearsal. (Cost includes the price of a show shirt )
Rehearsals: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00- 8:00 PM beginning August 19th.
Additional rehearsals include: full dress rehearsals five (5) week days leading up to the production as outlined on the calendar below.
*We have closed rehearsals to allow students to focus and practice in the best environment.
Performances: October 24th, 25th and 26th @ 7 pm (Thursday - Saturday)
Additional Valuable Information: Each student is expected to provide costumes and props for their casted character which proves to be a fun and exciting part of the production. We encourage thrifting and have an in-house seamstress to help with costume alterations. There are 2 parent meetings during the rehearsal schedule to discuss costumes, props and craft days.
