AUDITION: ARSENIC & OLD LACE

Performance Dates: August 7-9, 2026 at the MAJESTIC STUDIO THEATRE

SYNOPSIS:

CAST LIST:

• Abby Brewster (Female, 50s–70s) – One of the two sweet and charitable Brewster sisters who have taken it upon themselves to “relieve” lonely old men of their suffering. Warm and nurturing, with a matter-of-fact attitude about murder.
• Martha Brewster (Female, 50s–70s) – The slightly more timid of the two sisters, but equally committed to their unusual acts of charity. Gentle, cheerful, and a perfect partner-in-crime to Abby.
• Mortimer Brewster (Male, mid 20s – early 50s) – The nephew of Abby and Martha. A dramatic theatre critic who gets pulled into the chaos when he discovers what his aunts have been up to. Quick-witted, frantic, and grounded in reality (mostly).
• Elaine Harper (Female, 20s–30s) – Mortimer’s intelligent and spirited fiancée. Daughter of the local minister. She’s drawn to Mortimer’s dramatic side but doesn’t shy away from speaking her mind.
• Teddy Brewster (Male, 30s–60s) – Mortimer’s eccentric brother who believes he is Theodore Roosevelt. Energetic, loud, and committed to his delusion. Must be physically and vocally bold.
• Jonathan Brewster (Male, 30s–60s) – Mortimer’s menacing brother and the true villain of the play. A violent criminal with a surgically altered face and a chilling presence. Should have a strong, intimidating stage presence.
• Dr. Einstein (Male, 40s–60s) – Jonathan’s nervous, alcoholic plastic surgeon accomplice. European accent preferred. Comic and slightly tragic, he’s been dragged into Jonathan’s madness.
• Rev. Dr. Harper (Male, 50s–70s) – Elaine’s conservative father and the local minister. Protective, dignified, and proper.
• Lieutenant Rooney (Male or Female, 30s–60s) – The tough, no-nonsense police officer investigating the strange goings-on. Needs strong comic chops and presence.
• Officer O’Hara (Male, 20s–50s) – An enthusiastic but dim-witted beat cop who dreams of writing plays. A fun, character role with lots of comedic potential.
• Officer Brophy (Male, 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.
• Officer Klein (Male, 25-45) – A flatfoot Brooklyn officer who makes his rounds with
  Officer Brophy collecting Christmas toys.
• Mr. Gibbs (Male, 60s–80s) – A prospective roomer who narrowly avoids becoming the next victim. Small role but a great moment.
• Mr. Witherspoon (Male, 50s–70s) – Head of the Happy Dale Sanitarium. Calm, polite, and unaware of the insanity around him. Smaller role, key to the resolution.

SCHEDULES:

• READ THROUGH: THURSDAY, JUNE 4th at 6pm
• REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: (at Majestic Studios) – STARTS 6/16/26
  • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS from 6-9pm
  • MONDAYS from 6-9pm (July 13, 20, 27)
• MANDATORY DRESS REHEARSALS: (at Majestic Studios)
  • SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 from 1-4pm (Set Build/Paint)
  • SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 from 5-8pm
  • MONDAY, AUGUST 3 at 6pm
  • TUESDAY, AUGUST 4 at 6pm
  • WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 at 6pm
  • THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 at 6pm
• MANDATORY PERFORMANCES: (at Majestic Studios)
  • FRIDAY, AUGUST 7th at 7pm
  • SATURDAY, AUGUST 8th at 2pm and 7pm
  • SUNDAY, AUGUST 9th at 2pm
    • followed by MANDATORY STRIKE for all cast members.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• You do not need to make an audition appointment, simply show up. We see people in the order they arrive and complete paperwork. To print and fill out the audition form ahead of time please click HERE.
• IMPORTANT: If you audition for our production and are cast it is expected you will follow through and do our production; failure to do so may prevent you from being cast in a future show as you will have possibly taken a spot from someone who was not cast. If you are auditioning ONLY for specific roles you may specify that on the audition form and you will only be considered for those roles. If you do not specify we will assume you will accept ANY role offered.
• There is no production fee.