Auditions for “Love and Murder at Locanda Rossa” Dinner Show with the Bluegrass Players
The Bluegrass Players are thrilled to announce auditions for Love and Murder at Locanda Rossa, an interactive Valentine’s Day-themed dinner show! Directed by Chad Hembree, this lively production blends comedy, mystery, and romance into an immersive theatrical experience where the audience plays a part in solving the crime.
📅 Audition Date: November 12
🕒 Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse – 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY
🎭 Directed by: Chad Hembree
Performance Dates:
- February 13-16
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a unique mix of romance, intrigue, and laughs at this special dinner theater experience!
About the Story:
Set in the charming seaside town of Portofino, Italy, Love and Murder at Locanda Rossa is a hilarious and thrilling murder mystery that takes place at a quaint inn known for its colorful guests. Dick Gumshoe, a Chicago private eye, stumbles into the Locanda Rossa for what he hopes will be a quiet evening, but he soon finds himself tangled in a web of deceit, intrigue, and murder.
The inn is filled with eccentric characters, each hiding their own secrets. Among them are Tara Heartout, a mysterious femme fatale; Donatella Secrets, the fiery innkeeper; and Cardino Shark, a gambler with a shadowy past. As love blossoms and tensions rise, a shocking murder throws the inn into chaos, and it’s up to Gumshoe—and the audience—to piece together the clues and uncover the truth behind the crime.
With twists, turns, and plenty of comedic moments, Love and Murder at Locanda Rossa invites the audience to participate in solving the mystery, making each performance unique and engaging. This immersive dinner show promises a memorable and entertaining evening for all involved!
Character List:
- Dick Gumshoe – A wisecracking detective from Chicago with a talent for solving complex mysteries.
- Tara Heartout – A seductive and mysterious woman with ties to the crime.
- Donatella Secrets – The passionate and sharp-tongued innkeeper of Locanda Rossa, hiding more than meets the eye.
- Trusto Mia / Trusta Mia – A smooth-talking attorney who is always involved in shady dealings.
- Cardino Shark / Cardina Shark – A gambler with questionable motives and connections to organized crime.
- Guida (Just Guida) – A frequent patron of the inn who has a taste for strong drinks and deeper plots.
- Vicino Morte – The victim, whose untimely death sets the mystery in motion.
Audition Information:
Prepare for cold readings and interactive scenes. This production will involve a great deal of improvisation, as the audience plays a key role in the story’s progression. Actors should be ready for a dynamic, fast-paced performance that allows for comedic timing and dramatic tension.
For more details, contact Mr. Chad at [email protected] or call 859-661-0600.