The Mouse Trap

The Mousetrap synopsis of the plot or story: Agatha Christie'™s, iconic murder mystery, "The Mousetrap" is the longest running show of the modern era running in London for 60 years. The scene is set when a number of people book into a country guest house. It becomes cut off by snow. They discover, to their horror, there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? list of characters with sex, ages,  Mollie Ralston Proprietor of Monkswell Manor, and wife of Giles. 30s/40s  Giles Ralston Husband of Mollie who runs Monkswell Manor with his wife. 30s/40s  Christopher Wren The first guest to arrive at the hotel, Wren is a hyperactive young man. Late 20s/30s  Mrs Boyle A critical older woman who is pleased by nothing she observes. She dies at the end of Act 1. 60s/70s  Major Metcalf Retired from the army. 60s  Miss Casewell A strange, aloof, masculine woman who speaks offhandedly about the horrific experiences of her childhood. Late 20s/30s  Mr Paravicini A man of unknown provenance, who turns up claiming his car has overturned in a snowdrift. He appears to be affecting a foreign accent. 40s/50s/60s  Detective Sergeant Trotter A policeman who arrives in a snow storm saying he has come to protect the guests from the murderer. Late 20s/30s.Largest role. accent: Mr Paravinci would have an Eastern European accent or something similar. For the others, an English accent as long as it sounds real, could be a bonus but not necessary. preferred styles: The play is to be in a realistic style rather than stylised. performances: Saturdays 7.30 p.m. 4th, 11th, 18th May Friday 8.00 p.m. 12th May Saturdays 2.00 p.m. 11th, 18th May rehearsals be Mon/Wed at the Richmond School of Arts 7.00 p.m. to be negotiated information night Monday 3rd December Information Night 7.30 p.m. auditions Monday 10th December Auditions 7.30 p.m. Wednesday 12th December Auditions 7.30 p.m. At Richmond School of Arts For information contact the Director, 45796053, hm.terry@bigpond.net.au