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OPEN AUDITIONS
The Haunting of Hill House
adapted by F. Andrew Leslie
directed by Diana Smoot
Auditions and Performances to be held at Beatniks On Conkey, 420 Conkey Street, Hammond, IN
Audition Dates:
Sunday August 10, 2025
7:00 PM
Monday August 11 7:00
PM
Performance Dates:
Friday,
October 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October
11 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 12, at 2:00 p.m.
Friday, October 17, at 7:30
p.m.
Saturday, October 18, at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 19, at 2:00 p.m.
Story Synopsis:
The
Haunting of Hill House is a chilling tale that follows four
individuals as they stay in a
supposedly haunted mansion. Cut off from the outside world
by its remote location and shunned
by all who know its forbidding and sinister reputation, Hill
House has remained empty and silent
except for the daily visits of its grumbling caretaker, Mrs.
Dudley. Its isolation is broken by the
arrival of Dr. Montague, an investigator of supernatural
phenomena who has been granted a
short lease by the present owner. Their visit begins with
jovial informality, but their sensibilities
are soon jolted by strange and eerie occurrences
Audition Details:
● Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
● Please bring a headshot and resume, if available.
● Prepare to list all conflicts between the audition date and the final performance.
Description of Characters:
Eleanor Vance-
Late 20s to early 30s. A troubled young woman seeking to escape her past and find a new life.
Sensitive and introspective, she becomes the focus of the house's supernatural activities.
Theodora-
Late 20s. A bohemian and free-spirited artist with alleged psychic abilities. She is light-hearted and open-minded, providing a contrast to Eleanor's seriousness.
Dr. Montague-
50s to 60s. An investigator of supernatural phenomena. Intellectual and determined, he aims to uncover the mysteries of Hill House.
Luke Sanderson-
Late 20s to early 30s. The future heir of Hill House. Charming and witty, he provides levity
amidst the tension but harbors his own secrets.
Mrs. Dudley-
60s. The housekeeper of Hill House. Stern and set in her ways, she adheres strictly to her
routines and warns guests about the house's dangers.
Mrs. Montague-
50s to 60s. Dr. Montague's wife. Enthusiastic about the supernatural, she brings a different
approach to the investigation, often clashing with others.
Arthur Parker-
40s to 50s. A friend of Mrs. Montague and headmaster of a boys' school. Skeptical and
practical, he assists in the investigation with a no-nonsense attitude.
Note: All roles are open to actors of any ethnicity and gender identity. We encourage diverse casting and welcome performers from all backgrounds..
For further information contact the director Diana Smoot 219-765-0929
Audition Details:
● Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
● Please bring a headshot and resume, if available.
● Prepare to list all conflicts between the audition date and the final performance.
Description of Characters:
Eleanor Vance-
Late 20s to early 30s. A troubled young woman seeking to escape her past and find a new life.
Sensitive and introspective, she becomes the focus of the house's supernatural activities.
Theodora-
Late 20s. A bohemian and free-spirited artist with alleged psychic abilities. She is light-hearted and open-minded, providing a contrast to Eleanor's seriousness.
Dr. Montague-
50s to 60s. An investigator of supernatural phenomena. Intellectual and determined, he aims to uncover the mysteries of Hill House.
Luke Sanderson-
Late 20s to early 30s. The future heir of Hill House. Charming and witty, he provides levity
amidst the tension but harbors his own secrets.
Mrs. Dudley-
60s. The housekeeper of Hill House. Stern and set in her ways, she adheres strictly to her
routines and warns guests about the house's dangers.
Mrs. Montague-
50s to 60s. Dr. Montague's wife. Enthusiastic about the supernatural, she brings a different
approach to the investigation, often clashing with others.
Arthur Parker-
40s to 50s. A friend of Mrs. Montague and headmaster of a boys' school. Skeptical and
practical, he assists in the investigation with a no-nonsense attitude.
Note: All roles are open to actors of any ethnicity and gender identity. We encourage diverse casting and welcome performers from all backgrounds..
For further information contact the director Diana Smoot 219-765-0929