About The Show:

When the low-born Monty Navarro finds out that he’s eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D’Ysquith Family, he figures his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight and sets off down a far more ghoulish path.  Can he knock off his unsuspecting relatives without being caught and become the ninth Earl of Highhurst?  And what of love?  Because murder isn’t the only thing on Monty’s mind…

Initial Auditions: Thursday, May 29 from 6-9pm

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Callbacks: by invitation Saturday May 31 1-5pm

Auditions and Callbacks will be held at the Church of the Resurrection, 1216 Sneed Rd. W. Franklin

***If the May 29th initial audition date does not work for you, please email cmcooper2020@gmail.com for virtual audition tape instructions.  All auditionees (in-person and virtual) should complete the audition form. For questions, reach out to John Schultz at Johnmschultzjr@gmail.com.

Thank you! We hope you join us!

Production Team:

Director Christopher Cooper

Music Director and Orchestra Conductor Makai Keur

Choreographer Caleb Parker Heath

Stage Manager John Schultz

Producer Karen Dumont

Performances will be September 19 thru 21 2025

at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center

What to bring for your audition

  • Sing 32-bar cut of a musical theatre or opera theatre piece in the style of the show.  please bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided. You may alternatively bring in a track if desired. No a capella singing please.

  • Present a 60 second monologue of your choosing or be prepared to read from a provided monologue. Memorization is not required

 Casting

We are currently seeking auditionees for the following roles in A Gentleman’s Guide To Love And Murder. We invite everyone in the community who is enthusiastic to join us, regardless of training and experience level! We welcome age 16 and up, with exceptions made for uteens who have completed one of our youth programs. All roles are currently unpaid, volunteer positions. 

  • Montague “Monty” Navarro: Handsome, clever, charismatic, vulnerable and endearing.  Discovers he is in line to become the Earl of Highhurst, and intends to kill off the family that stands in his way. Gender:  Male. Age:  25-40. Vocal Range: Bb2- Bb4.

    The D’Ysquith Family: One actor will portray collection of family members Monty intends to kill off including (Asquith D’Ysquith, Jr. - a dandy, Lord Adalbert D’Ysquith - Eighth Earl of Highhurst, Reverend Lord Ezekiel D’Ysquith - a clergyman, Lord Asquith D’Ysquith, Sr. - an elderly banker, Henry D’Ysquith - a country squire, Lady Hyacinth D’Ysquith - a benefactress, Major Lord Bartholomew D’Ysquith - a bodybuilder, Lady Salome D’Ysquith Pumphrey - an actress, Chauncey D’Ysquith - a janitor. *Must be agile and willing to play each of the male and female characters above. Gender:  Male. Age:  30-50, Vocal Range: Bb2-G4

  • Phoebe D’Ysquith: Monty’s cousin. Gender:  Female Age:  18-25. Vocal Range: F#3-B5.

  • Sibella Hallward: The girl Monty loves. Gender:  Female. Age:  25-40. Vocal Range: F#3-A5.

  • Miss Shingle: Monty’s unexpected visitor. Gender:  Female Age:  45-70. Vocal Range: D#3-E5.

  • Ensemble: Anticipating a diverse, expanded ensemble of 9 male tracks and 9 female tracks, each of which have featured character appearances; many will have speaking lines and solos. Roles include: Tour Guide, Miss Evangeline Barley - a chorus girl, Tom Copley - a farmer, Lady Eugenia D’Ysquith - Countess of Highhurst, Inspector (Chief Inspector Pinckney) - of Scotland Yard, Magistrate, Prison Guard, etc.

Important Dates and Locations

Most rehearsals will be Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays (6pm-9pm) and Sundays (1pm-5pm). Rehearsals will start in late July. Cast conflicts reported at the time of casting will be worked around. Schedule will be detailed to only include cast members needed. Tech Week is mandatory.

  • Rehearsals and Sitzprobe will be held at the Church of the Resurrection, 1206 Sneed Rd W, Franklin.

  • Tech week and performances will be at WCPAC, 112 Everbright Ave, Franklin.

FLO MISSION

FLO seeks to unite and uplift the Franklin community through vibrant performances of light opera and classic musical theatre which showcases local talent.  We are dedicated to artistic excellence and personal growth–offering mentorship, educational programs, and opportunities for all ages to cultivate a lifelong love for the arts.

We strive to entertain, enlighten, and bring joy, acting as a beacon of LIGHT within our community.

SIGNUPGENIUS: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4EAFAA2BA6FB6-55975294-audition

AUDITION FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd72-O2U1NdC7VXLLIlP9TE-6IsHD1vRa7CvTHl909CthKHDA/viewform?usp=header