AUDITION NOTICE!
TO DIE FOR
by Caroline Smith
Directed by Anne Harper
Producer: John Acuna
ON STAGE: November 6 to 28, 2026
(Non-union, non-paying. We do not cast Equity or ACTRA members.)
AUDITIONS will be held IN PERSON at the VILLAGE PLAYHOUSE (2190E Bloor St. West; around the corner from Runnymede subway station) at the following dates and times:
- Wednesday August 5 – 7:00PM-10:00PM
- Friday August 7 – 7:00PM-10:00PM
- Saturday August 8 – 11:00AM-5:00PM
CALLBACKS (if needed) will also be held in person at the VILLAGE PLAYHOUSE:
• Monday, August 10 from 7:00pm to 10:00PM
REHEARSALS & PERFORMANCES will be held at the VILLAGE PLAYHOUSE.
READ-THROUGH is scheduled for Saturday August 15 at 2:00PM.
REHEARSALS are normally Tuesdays and Thursdays (evenings) and Sundays (afternoons) but are flexible depending on actor availability.
ALL ACTORS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR:
• TECH WEEK (Sunday, November 1 to Wednesday, November 4).
• PREVIEW performance (Thursday, November 5).
• PERFORMANCES: All 14 performances (November 6 to 7, November 11 to 15, November 19 to 22, and November 26 to 28). Ten shows are at 8:00pm; the four 2:00pm matinees are Saturdays November 7&21 and Sundays November 15&22.
• OPENING NIGHT: Patron wine and cheese after opening night (approx. 20-30 minutes).
• TALKBACK with audience after the last Thursday show (November 26; up to 30 minutes).
THE PLAY:
Step into the gothic mansion of Carla Woods, a best-selling historical romance writer whose life is anything but dull. Carla has a penchant for playing dangerous mind games—especially with her secretaries. But when a mysterious, devastatingly handsome stranger appears on a dark and stormy night, the game takes an unexpected turn.
Is this charming newcomer merely payback from a disgruntled past employee, or could it be… love’s destiny? As secrets unravel and the line between fantasy and reality blurs, Carla finds herself caught in a thrilling battle of wits where every twist could be someone’s last.
This brilliant comedy-thriller features two incredibly intelligent and charismatic female combatants, and one dangerously alluring man, all tangled in a web of deception that will keep you guessing until the very last, shocking moment.
NOTE: Scenes of intimacy.
CHARACTERS:
CARLA WOODS: Best selling author of GothicRomance novels. Extremely well preserved forty something,striking in appearance,elegant. Flawlessly groomed, always in perfect control of herself and her surroundings. Has a strong voice , which she uses to great effect.
GRACE HUNTER: Carla’s new secretary and personal assistant. Appears to be a nervous, timid sort of woman in her 30s. But there is a hidden side to her, so actor will need to shift apparent character. She is out for revenge. (Also plays Janet Bailey who appears to be murdered at top of show.)
THE MAN: Every gorgeous 1940s-1960s Hollywood movie star rolled into one – or at least the idea of him! Charismatic and dangerous. A better game player even than Carla. He certainly finds her Achilles’ heel!!
All characters must remember they are in a gothic mystery!!
PREPARATION:
A two minute dramatic monologue, with a hint of comedy. Script will be provided upon request. Auditionees MUST have read the script. You’re welcome to arrive early to review your monologue
TO BOOK AN AUDITION:
Please email a copy of your headshot and resume to villageplayersauditions@gmail.com with your preferred date, time, interested role(s), and contact information. Once we receive and confirm your details, we will give you a day and time for your audition.
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