🎭 Auditions Announced: The Sweet Sounds of Murder – Thorold Theatre’s Fall 2025 Production

Thorold Theatre is excited to announce open auditions for our Fall 2025 murder mystery play, The Sweet Sounds of Murder. This brand-new original script, written by Tresa Rees and directed by Tresa Rees with Assistant Director Tay Shiner, will bring scandal, intrigue, and dark humour to the stage this October.

About The Sweet Sounds of Murder

Set in the 1920s Rumrunner Lounge, a speakeasy filled with glamour, jazz, and danger, The Sweet Sounds of Murder invites audiences to unravel a thrilling whodunit. The show features eccentric sleuths, earnest detectives, gamblers, singers, and scandalous suspects — all caught up in a web of secrets and lies.

The production will also feature a 1920s costume party for audience members, with prizes for best dressed and for correctly guessing the murderer.

Audition Details

📍 Location: 8 Carleton Street S., Thorold
📅 Dates:

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 – 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – 7:00 to 9:00 PM

🎭 Casting: 10 characters (6 female roles, 4 male roles), including:

Inspector Baker (or Harriet) – an eccentric and lovable sleuth
Thomas Finley – the earnest detective sidekick
Plus club insiders, gamblers, singers, and shady suspects

Rehearsals & Performances

Rehearsals Begin: September 7, 2025
- Sundays at 2:00 PM or 4:00 PM
- Mondays at 7:00 PM
- Weekly Zoom line runs expected
Tech Rehearsal: October 21, 2025
Dress Rehearsal: October 23, 2025
Performance Night: October 25, 2025 – 7:00 PM (Thorold)
Possible Matinee: October 26, 2025 – 2:00 PM

Join the Production Team

In addition to casting actors, Thorold Theatre is recruiting:

Associate Producer
Stage Manager
FOH / Volunteer Support

Why Audition for Thorold Theatre?

Be part of an original, locally written play
Perform in a fast-paced, thrilling murder mystery
Work with a collaborative creative team in Thorold
Engage with a lively audience through interactive theatre elements

How to Audition

👉 Email president@thorold theatre to book your audition. Scripts will be provided, and actors of all experience levels are welcome.

Thorold Theatre is always on the lookout for fresh talent to bring our stories to life. By signing up for audition notifications, you’ll be the first to know when we’re casting for our next exciting production. Stay ahead of the curtain call and never miss an opportunity to step into the spotlight!

Email Volunteers @ thoroldtheatre . ca

and get ready to join a vibrant community of actors, directors, and theatre lovers who create unforgettable experiences together.

Interested in More Than Acting? We’d Love to Hear from You!

Theatre is a team effort, and we’re always looking for passionate individuals to help make magic happen both on and off the stage. Whether you’re an aspiring director, stage manager, technician, or simply want to lend a hand at our performances, this form is also your ticket to join our team as a volunteer.

Thorold Theatre is embracing bold new challenges this year, from planning tours to exploring innovative spaces across Niagara. To bring these ambitions to life, we need people like you:

Volunteers to greet, sell tickets, and manage concessions.
Actors, directors, and technical crews to bring our productions to life.
Sponsors, street teams, and business partners to help support our mission.
High school students earning volunteer hours and anyone who shares a passion for theatre!

Together, we can create something extraordinary and ensure that the arts remain a thriving, inspiring force in our community. Sign up now and be part of the adventure!