THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 - Baytown / Baytown Little Theater Non Equity Auditions

The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop Cast of 5 men and 3 women – All adults of various ages. No children or teen roles are available. Auditions are Sunday and Monday nights, March 29 and 30, 2026 at 7:00. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Show dates are May 15, 16, 17, 22,23, and 24, 2026. No application needed, just show up to auditions.

Character Information:

• Helsa Wenzel: German maid (Plays several characters)
• Elsa Von Grossenknueten: Wealthy middle-aged investor
• Michael Kelly: Police detective
• Patrick O’Reilly: Actor
• Ken De La Maize: Middle-aged Theater Director
• Nikki Crandall: Young show girl
• Eddie McCuen: Struggling young comic
• Marjorie Baverstock: Wealthy older theater investor
• Roger Hopewell: Composer
• Bernice Roth: Librettist (usually tipsy)
• Mysterious Slasher: Non-speaking role