Agatha Christie's "Murder on the Orient Express" - Adapted by Ken Ludwig - Theatre at the Mount (Gardner, MA.) - AUDITIONS
Theatre at the Mount
Will Hold AUDITIONS
For Agatha Christie's
"MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS"
Written by Agatha Christie Adapted by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Craig Cormier
Theatre at the Mount is seeking actors for its fall production.
This stylish, suspense-filled adaptation brings Christie’s iconic mystery to life as Hercule Poirot boards the luxurious Orient Express—only to find himself unraveling a murder where every passenger is a suspect.
With old-school glamour, sharp wit, and thrilling twists, this production promises an unforgettable theatrical ride.
Cast Requirements: 10 adults
Expect: Cold readings from the script
Auditions to be held at Mount Wachusett Community College, Room A110
AUDITION DATES
July 13, 2026 at 7:00pm
July 15, 2026 at 7:00pm
Audition by appointment only.
To Schedule an Appointment: Call the Theatre at the Mount Box Office at 978-630-9388 (Mon–Thu, 9 AM–2 PM) or email box-office@mwcc.mass.edu
REHEARSALS
- Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays 6:00pm until 9:00pm; Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00pm until 10:00pm
- Read-through at the end of July; rehearsals begin tentatively August 18
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
- Hercule Poirot (40s-60s): A famous Belgian detective; authoritative, witty, charismatic, and slightly pompous, with a strong moral sense and high intelligence. FRENCH/BELGIAN ACCENT
- Monsieur Bouc (30s-60s): A Belgian gentleman, director of the Wagon Lit, and a good friend to Poirot; playful, generous, energetic, and a source of comic relief. FRENCH/BELGIAN ACCENT
- Helen Hubbard (40s-70s): A jovial, obnoxious, and outspoken American from the Midwest; she is loud, nosy, flamboyant, and unapologetic. MINNESOTA ACCENT
- Mary Debenham (20s-30s): An English governess who is cool, anxious, and determined. She is intelligent and has a hidden, sad background. ENGLISH ACCENT
- Samuel Ratchett (30s-50s): An evil, brusque, and domineering American businessman; dangerous and unlikable, with a hair-trigger temper. SCOTTISH ACCENT. DOUBLES WITH THE COLONEL
- Colonel Arbuthnot: A handsome, middle-aged Scotsman; straightforward, occasionally tender, and carries a secret affair. AMERICAN ACCENT.
- Princess Dragomiroff (40s-70s): An aging, formal, and imperial Russian dowager; commanding, imposing, and impatient. RUSSIAN ACCENT
- Greta Ohlsson (20s-60s): A devout, shy Swedish missionary with a sheep-like quality; she is frightened and frequently comedic. SWEDISH ACCENT
- Countess Andrenyi (30s-50s): A brilliantly beautiful Hungarian woman; delicate in appearance but sharp and intelligent (not a wilting flower). HUNGARIAN ACCENT
- Hector MacQueen (20s-50s): Ratchett’s personal secretary; anxious, nervous, and frequently flustered, but organized. AMERICAN ACCENT
- Michel the Conductor (20s-50s): A good-looking, professional French conductor; grave, kind, and handles himself well in a crisis. FRENCH ACCENT
- Head Waiter: DOUBLES WITH MICHAEL. TURKISH ACCENT
Performances:
October 2, 2026 through October 11, 2026
(Contact Box Office for Exact Times)
Mount Wachusett Community College, 44 Green Street, Room 182, Gardner, MA. 01440
TICKETS:
Tickets are available online at mwcc.universitytickets.com or by calling # 978-630-9388.
For additional information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978-630-9162 or g_steele@mwcc.mass.edu
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ABOUT THE SHOW
Join the legendary detective Hercule Poirot as he boards the world’s most glamorous train — only to find himself in the middle of a murder mystery with a trainload of suspects and secrets.
With dazzling period style, razor-sharp dialogue, and edge-of-your-seat intrigue, this stage adaptation is a first-class ticket to theatrical thrills.
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Mount Wachusett Community College
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Gardner, MA. 01440
