Big Deal Productions
Audition · Buffalo Grove
Union information: Non-Equity. Check the theatre’s instructions for who may audition.
Playing age: 30+
A traditional British butler in every sense: uptight, formal and "by the book." He is the driving force in the play. Manipulative, charismatic and of high intelligence. Possible British accent required.
Playing age: 25+
A dry, sardonic D.C. madam who is interested in secrets. Miss Scarlet is described as a beautiful, forthright, self-confident yet dangerous woman who has her own agenda, who can get what she wants by fair means or foul, and knows how to sweet-talk herself out of trouble. Really smart and really in charge; runs a very successful business; albeit a little nefarious. She is in control of her life as she sees it.
Playing age: 40+
The churchgoing wife of a senator, who has been accused of taking bribes for her husband. Very concerned with outward appearances and propriety. A bit batty, neurotic, reactive and quick to hysteria.
Playing age: 40+
A pale, morbid, and tragic woman. Mrs. White may or may not be the murderer of her five ex-husbands. Has a white-hot temper. Stoic, intelligent and dangerous.
Playing age: 45+
A puffy, pompous, dense military man. Behind his medals of honor are rumors of black market deals and treasons; rumors that he's been paying off to keep secret for far too long. Likes women but doesn't know how to talk to them. Mustard could also be an example of the miles gloriosus, a stock character known for his military experience and dubious claims of grandeur. A high-ranking military official and repeatedly attempts to take charge in various situations, but is generally incompetent and rarely actually does anything.
Playing age: 25+
An academic Casanova - sleazy and suggestive. Says he's a psychiatrist working the World Health Organization. His medical license was revoked after it was discovered that he slept with one of his patients. Arrogant and easily impressed by himself.
Playing age: 25+
A timid, yet officious, rule follower. He's a bit of a klutz and awfully anxious. Revealed as FBI agent so must have ability to contrast character.
Playing age: 20+
A French maid with her own secret aspirations. Was once an informant for Mr. Boddy and has previous connections to some of the guests. Yvette, at first glance, has refined mannerisms and appears innocent and flirtatious, but it's nothing more than a fa?ade; as the night progresses, she is shown to be less innocent as she first appeared. French accent required.
Playing age: Various ages
2-3 actors of various ages/genders to play the following: THE COOK, a gruff individual with a threatening presence. (Alive and Dead.) SINGING TELEGRAM GIRL, a cute, perky tap dancer (Alive and Dead). AUXILIARY SCARLET & WADSWORTH, doubles for theatrical trickery. THE MOTORIST, a benign player who rings the wrong door- bell. (Alive and Dead.) FBI AGENT who helps to save the day. MR. BODDY, a slick, James Bond-type/film-noir-esque. A McCarthyist blackmailing each of the suspects because he deems them "un-American" (Alive and Dead.) THE COP, a "Regular Joe" (Alive and Dead) AUXILIARY MUSTARD & WADSWORTH, doubles for theatrical trickery. FBI AGENT
Playing age is how old a character appears, which may differ from your own age. Equity is the actors’ union; check each theatre’s eligibility rules. An understudy learns a role to perform when the main actor is unavailable.
No Pay
Contract: Non-Equity
Auditions will be held at the Scott Jacobson Community Arts Center (225 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089) on Monday, November 16, Tuesday, November 17, and Wednesday November 18 from 6 pm-9 pm.
Callbacks will be by invitation only on Thursday, November 19 from 6 pm-9 pm.
Rehearsals: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings , some Sunday afternoon Rehearsals
Friday February 12th 7:30pm, Saturday February 13th 7:30pm, Sunday February 14th 3pm, Friday February 19th 7:30pm, Saturday February 20th 3pm, Sunday February 21st 3pm
Scott Jacobson Community Arts Center
225 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 Buffalo Grove
A headshot is a clear photo of you. An acting résumé lists your performance experience and training. A self-tape is a recorded audition video. Sides are the short script excerpts the theatre asks you to perform. Follow this theatre’s specific instructions.
Please choose two sides to perform. Sides will be available before and at auditions. Sides will be emailed out to all actors signed up 7 days before auditions.
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We last checked the posting on Oct 30, 2026. The theatre may have updated it since.