"A Murder is Announced" Auditions
Come portray a timeless character, as the plot of another Agatha Christie production weaves its way through mayhem and surprises on the way to solving the mystery.
Auditions: December 9, 11, 12 from 6:30-8pm
Come portray a timeless character, as the plot of another Agatha Christie production weaves its way through mayhem and surprises on the way to solving the mystery.
Auditions: December 9, 11, 12 from 6:30-8pm
Charles Dickens’ timeless Christmas tale has been brought back to life by Patrick Barlow in a thrilling adaptation that only requires five actors! Watch as Ebenezer Scrooge, a stingy old miser, learns to appreciate the spirit of Christmas after he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future.
Performances: December 3-8
For fans of thrillers and mysteries, “The Stranger” is the perfect show to see this October. Agatha Christie’s classic psychological thriller follows Enid and Gerald who, in an attempt to evade Enid’s ex-fiancé, move to a remote cottage in the middle of the country–and are caught up in something dark and terrible.
Performances: October 4-6, 10-11, 13
The Yorkshire Playhouse is seeking out true crime fans and mystery lovers. Join a small cast of characters in Agatha Christie’s hair-raising thriller The Stranger. Don’t miss your chance to put the audience on the edges of their seats!
Auditions: August 19-21
Don’t miss your chance to watch heroes and villains in action! This melodrama will have you rooting for the good guys and booing for the bad guys! Goodwin and Melody, a recently betrothed couple who are set to inherit their mothers’ coal mine, must face off against the evil Sebastian Hardacre, who wants to steal their mine for his own greedy purposes.
Performances: July 30- August 4
Performances: June 20-23
Have you always wanted to play the beloved hero? Or, perhaps you’ve always longed to play an over-the-top villain? In this riotous melodrama, you could have the chance to hear the audience cheer for your heroic deeds, or be booed off the stage for your nefarious schemes. This is Rising Stars Production so we’re looking for actors age 12-18 to participate in this production.
Auditions: June 8-10
Romantic comedy fans will not want to miss this show! Watch a routine visit to their husbands’ graves take an interesting turn for Ida, Lucille, and Doris. When Sam the butcher shows up to visit his late wife’s grave, Ida finds herself falling for him. Lucille and Doris, on the other hand, will do anything to keep this romance from blooming.
Performances: May 14-19
The Yorkshire Playhouse would like to invite your child to audition for the summer 2024 Yorkshire Playhouse Children's Theatre production. This will be the 23nd summer of the Yorkshire Playhouse Children’s Theatre. The Children's Theatre production will be directed by John I. Baker III and assisted by Clare Bierbaum.
Auditions: May 2-4
You’re never too old for the stage! The Cemetery Club is the perfect opportunity for seasoned actors to show off their prowess! This hilarious romantic comedy showcases a small, tight-knit cast of characters with incredible chemistry.
Auditions: April 1-3
Do you want to support local playwrights? Come and be a part of the first audience in the world to see Ghosts and Macrame Owls and Matsutake Mushrooms! These thought-provoking shows are full of laughs and thrills alike!
There are only two performances; you won’t want to miss these shows! Reserve your tickets early! These shows run on March 28 and 29. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., and the shows will start at 7:30!
Performances: March 28-29
This is your chance to make history! The Yorkshire playhouse is holding auditions for Ghosts and Macrame Owls and Matsutake Mushrooms. Cast members get the thrill of being the first actors in the world to create these roles. Don’t miss this opportunity to audition for these original, shorter works. Roles include parts for 1–6 males and 5–11 females. Performances are March 28 and 29.
Auditions: February 27-28
Yet another classic story will take the Playhouse stage! Jane Austen’s famous Pride and Prejudice has been retold by Kate Hamill in a romantic, witty, and spontaneous stageplay. Watch the drama unfold as Lizzy Bennet, the most free-spirited of the Bennet sisters, slowly falls for Mr. Darcy, whom she is determined to detest.
Performances: February 9-11, 15-16, and 18
Join the townspeople of King’s Abbot in dealing with rumors, the murder of a wealthy man, and curiosities of the stranger Hercule Poirot.
Performances: October 2-4, 8-9, 11
Mary Bennet finally gets her own story this holiday, and we would like for you to tell it on our stage!
Auditions: October 12, 14-15
Mary Bennet spends the holiday season with her sister, and some friends, and possibly finds a romantic interest in the process. Join us for this new story about the beloved Jane Austen family you love.
Performances: December 4-6, 10-11, 13
Performance Dates:
October 2-4, 8-9, 11
Village life in King’s Abbot might keep the local gossips busy, but it certainly wouldn’t be described as exciting by Doctor Sheppard. There is a new neighbor in town with a Belgian accent and a propensity for growing vegetables. Doctor Sheppard is pretty sure he is a hair dresser. But when Mrs Ferrars dies, things begin to escalate quickly in one of the greatest mysteries Agatha Christie ever wrote. Don’t miss this cast of suspects and the exciting murder mystery during our fall production of “The Murder of Roger Ackroyd"! Get your tickets today!
On Thursday-Friday the doors open at 7pm, shows begin at 7:30pm. On Saturday and Sunday the doors open at 1:30, shows begin at 2:00pm.
Tickets are now on sale!
Tickets are only $15.00 for Playhouse Members. $17.00 for the General Public!
Evening Performances: Oct 2, 8, 9 @ 7:30PM
Weekend Matinees: Oct 3, 4, 11 @ 2:00PM
All first and second row seating is full on Friday, October 9. If you have accessibility, please select one of our other performances. Thank you!
Members and Voucher holders be sure to get your discount codes before purchasing! See below.