Due to the extreme heat predicted for Sunday, July 14, and lack of air conditioning at West Allis Central High School Auditorium, the West Allis Players are cancelling July 14th’s matinee performance of “Is Murder Tax-deductible?”
This is beyond our control and we deeply apologize for any inconvenience. We will be having performances July 12th and 13th and be back next weekend July 19 and 20 at 7:30 and at 2:00 pm July 21. Any tickets purchased for July 14 will be honored at any other performance.
Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of The West Allis Players.
for West Allis Players’ production of: Is Murder Tax Deductible? by Katherine Beeson
We are so excited to present this vintage murder mystery/comedy for our summer show in 2024! This show is written and directed by Katherine Beeson. It was recently performed in Michigan, will be performed in Florida and a publisher in Oregon is considering publication; needless to say, Katherine is thrilled!!!
Audition Dates: May 5 & 6, 6:30 pm Central Auditorium West Allis Central High School 85th and Lincoln Ave
Looking for 11 actors. 6m/5f
We are looking for energetic actors who want to have fun while delving into great characters and honing their craft. Hope to see you there! Preregistration is not needed! Photos may be taken.
Auditions will consist of reading from the script. The script can be downloaded from the link below if desired. A short explanation of the show will begin each audition night. (There will be no warm-up games.) Reading will include Helen and the Detective, Bella and Carol and the Detective and Harry Perkins
Show Synopsis: The show is set in spring of 1951. Brian Merring, the co-owner of the CPA firm, Dett and Merring, is supposedly found murdered in his office. Suspected of his murder are two disgruntled clients, an unhappy ex-wife, a sleazy landlord and a wise-cracking secretary. But his personal appointment book listed a mysterious late-night meeting – did his last visitor have a motive for murder?
Character Information: Brian Merring: 35+ accountant, lead role Bella Matthews: 30+ Loyal company secretary, lead role Detective Phillip Bartholemew: 45+, “Columboish” yet grizzly detective with an attitude, lead role Carol Matthews: 35+ ex-wife with an agenda, supporting role Harry Perkins: Any age; an “honest” businessman with shady background, supporting Melvin Temple: Any age, disgruntled client with a dark side, supporting Barry Silks: Any age, landlord of building, a bit slimy, supporting Helen Conor: Any age, cleaning lady who does not miss much, supporting Ben: Janitor – tiny role and may be eliminated Jane: Another cleaning lady whose role may be expanded. Another Secretary: Tiny but pivotal
Performances will be July 12 – 14 and 19 – 21 2024.
