The Newport Opera House Association Presents
Auditions for Clue
Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn
Written by Sandy Rustin
Additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price
Based on the Paramount Pictures motion picture and the Hasbro board game
Director: Robert M. Hallisey Jr.
Audition Dates
Tuesday & Wednesday, September 8 & 9, 2026
7:00 PM
Newport Opera House
20 Main Street
Newport, NH
Callbacks (if needed):
Thursday, September 10, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Performance Dates:
November 13, 14 & 15, 2026
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About the Show
Was it Miss Scarlet in the library with the candlestick? Or Colonel Mustard in the study with the wrench?
Based on the beloved board game and the cult-classic film, Clue is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud murder mystery packed with eccentric characters, hilarious twists, and nonstop physical comedy. Set in a mysterious mansion in 1954, six suspicious guests arrive for an unusual dinner party—only to find themselves tangled in a web of blackmail, secrets, and murder. As the bodies pile up, everyone becomes a suspect!
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or trying community theatre for the first time, Clue offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a hilarious ensemble production.
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Audition Information
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script with other auditionees on stage. No prepared monologue is required.
Because Clue is an ensemble comedy, most readings will be done in groups. Please plan to arrive as close to 7:00 PM as possible so you can participate in the group audition process.
Those auditioning are welcome to attend both Tuesday and Wednesday evening auditions, although it is not necessary to be considered for casting. On the second evening, preference will be given to those who have not yet auditioned.
Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Thursday, September 10, and may not include everyone being considered for roles.
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Character Notes
The characters may be inspired by the classic board game, the Paramount Pictures film, or a combination of both. Every character should be portrayed as larger than life, embracing the show’s broad comedy, colorful personalities, and quick pacing.
Character ages are intentionally flexible, with roles suitable for actors who can convincingly portray adults ranging from their mid-20s to 60s. While no specific ages are assigned, each character has a colorful past that suggests a certain level of maturity—some with more history than they’d care to admit!
Accents are not required but are encouraged where appropriate. For example:
- Wadsworth – English accent
- Yvette – French accent
Feel free to experiment with an accent if it helps you bring the character to life.
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Characters
WADSWORTH – A traditional British butler in every sense: proper, meticulous, and determined to keep the evening under control… if only the guests would cooperate.
YVETTE – A flirtatious French maid with a flair for dramatic entrances and plenty of secrets of her own.
MISS SCARLET – Clever, confident, and quick-witted. She always seems to know more than she’s willing to admit.
MRS. PEACOCK – The wife of a prominent politician. Nervous, excitable, and prone to dramatic outbursts.
MRS. WHITE – Mysterious, pale, and dryly humorous. A widow with an unusually unfortunate history involving husbands.
COLONEL MUSTARD – A blustering military man with confidence to spare and perhaps more bravado than brains.
PROFESSOR PLUM – An intellectual who is charming, self-important, and always convinced he’s the smartest person in the room.
MR. GREEN – A timid, anxious rule follower who finds himself in completely over his head.
THE COOK – The mansion’s cook. A small but memorable role.
THE SINGING TELEGRAM GIRL – A brief but unforgettable appearance.
MR. BODDY – A slick operator, a film noir-esque type fella.
THE MOTORIST – A stranded traveler seeking help.
THE CHIEF OF POLICE – Determined to make sense of the chaos.
THE UNEXPECTED COP – Another law enforcement officer who arrives with impeccable timing.
Note: Some of the supporting roles may be cast with the same actor or actress.
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Join the Fun!
Whether you’re hoping to land one of the iconic roles or simply want to experience the excitement of community theatre, we’d love to see you at auditions!
Production Team:
Director: Robert M. Hallisey Jr.
Stage Manager: Don Boxwell
Assistant Stage Managers: Laura Thompson and Dawn Holcombe
Scenic Designer: Hugh Thompson
Producer: Laura McCrillis Kessler
Questions?
Please email info@newportoperahouse.com
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