Directors: Ernie Albanesius
Producers: Cat Milone and Karolina Matyka
Stage Managers: Sadie Albanesius and Karolina Matyka
Fight Choreographer: Cat Milone
Light Designer: Ryan Larason
JOIN THE PRODUCTION TEAM!
Interested in learning more about how the backstage world of theatre works? We’d love to have you! No experience? No problem! We’ll teach you the skills you need. These are volunteer roles, perfect for anyone wanting to learn theatre tech or be part of a fun, creative team.
If interested, please reach out to our Productions Manager, Karolina Matyka, at Karolina@ActorsNetBucks.org
When a group of ten strangers arrives on Soldier Island bearing a cryptic invitation signed by a mysterious benefactor, they quickly realize that the one thing they all have in common is having been lured there under a diverse array of false pretenses and wisely choose to flee back from whence they came, but when a violent storm cuts off their retreat to the mainland, they must all accept that they are trapped there together for the night. When the gramophone suddenly comes to life and plays a haunting nursery rhyme that predicts each guest’s violent and untimely demise, it becomes devastatingly clear that they must all actually have one more important thing in common: a wicked and buried past. As the guests begin to fall one by one, exactly as the song had predicted, it becomes a brutally tense contest to see who can make it through the night and be the last soldier standing…
Sunday, November 15, 2026
from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Auditions are being held at ActorsNET, 635 N Delmorr Ave, Morrisville, PA 19067. Please email Producer Karolina Matyka at Karolina@ActorsNetBucks.org with any questions
Please reserve an audition slot via SIGNUP GENIUS.
Appointments are VERY strongly encouraged, though walk-ins will be seen on an availability basis. Please understand that your scheduled timeslot will be your arrival and prep time before your audition, so you may not be seen at your scheduled time. You may also be asked to read with other auditioners, so please allow at LEAST 30 minutes for your audition. If time is a factor for you, please communicate that upon booking your audition slot.
Actors will be asked to read from sides provided at the auditions.
Monologues are not required but should you like to perform one no longer than 2 minutes, you will be given the opportunity.
Please bring a list of ALL conflicts (including ANY tentative ones) from November 2026 through January 2027.
A headshot and resume are very much appreciated but not mandatory. Alternatively, you may send these materials ahead of time to Producer Karolina Matyka at Karolina@ActorsNetBucks.org
All roles are non-equity and unpaid.
ActorsNET strives to foster an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all productions. Roles are open to performers of all races, gender identities, sexual orientations, body types, ages (18+), and abilities.
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will begin with a readthrough on November 24th and continue through to the final tech week before the show opens on January 22nd. There will be 3-4 rehearsals per week, including weekends. There will be a block of scheduled time off for the holidays in November and December.
Participants are required to submit all conflicts at the auditions and, since the bulk of the rehearsal period will be during the winter months when inclement weather is a factor and may necessitate schedule flexibility, continue to update the production team on new conflicts that arise even AFTER the rehearsal calendar has been distributed.
PERFORMANCES:
January 22, 23, 24, 29, 30*, 31, February 5, 6, 7^
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Call time for actors is ONE HOUR before the show starts. All performances will be at ActorsNET, 635 N Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, PA 19067
*There are two shows (2pm and 8pm) on Saturday, January 30.
^Cast members are required to participate in the Strike at the end of the last performance on Sunday, February 7.
CHARACTER LIST
Non-union. Non-paid. All roles are open.
THOMAS ROGERS (Male, late 30s+)
Dutiful servant, newly employed by Mr. Owen. Goes about his chores with efficiency and dedication. Devoted husband of Ethel.
ETHEL ROGERS (Female, late 30+)
The cook/housekeeper and Thomas’ wife. Much like her husband, she also performs her duties with expertise. She is not particularly pleased about her current situation.
GENERAL JOHN GORDON MACKENZIE (Male, 50 to late 60s)
Soldierly man, mannerly, confident and experienced. He seems to be steady as a rock.
SIR LAWRENCE WARGRAVE (Male, 40s to 60s)
A very by-the-book judge. He will take charge and has a very judicial and commanding demeanor.
DR. EDWARD ARMSTRONG (Male, 40+)
A compassionate doctor with a checkered past.
ANTHONY JAMES MARSTON (Male, early 20s)
A wealthy and naive young man who doesn’t think much about consequences.
WILLIAM HENRY BLORE (Male, 40s to 50s)
A boisterous former policeman who is not entirely what he seems.
VERA CLAYTHORNE (Female, 25 to 35)
A young, ambitious, and very stylish secretary. She’s not afraid to enjoy herself but takes care of business when necessary.
EMILY BRENT (Female, mid 40s to 60s)
A religious spinster. She is typically unpleasant and dislikes youth.
CAPTAIN PHILIP LOMBARD (Male, late 20s to mid 30s)
Good looking former soldier. He is confident, cocky and capable. Maintains an amused attitude towards life.
FRED NARRACOTT (Male, any age)
Delivery person for the island. He also ferries guests to and from the island.
We are currently accepting directing proposals for Little Women, And Then There Were None, The Importance of Being Earnest, and Harvey. If interested, please submit a brief proposal to our Managing Director Cat Milone at cat@actorsnetbucks.org, addressing the following:
1) Which show would you like to direct, and why?
2) What is your vision for the production? Tell us about your overall concept, tone, style, or approach to the material. Please feel free to include any set design drafts or sketches.
3) What would your production timeline look like? Please include anticipated audition and read-through dates; approximate rehearsal schedule, including frequency and weekend needs; media/content days; costuming timeline; set construction; and any other major production milestones.
4) Are you bringing any crew members with you? If you have an established stage manager, designer, or other collaborator you would like to bring onto the production, please let us know.
5) What crew will you need ActorsNET to help provide? Please be specific! Do you need a Stage Manager? Costumer(s)? Set designer or construction help? Props? Lighting and/or sound designer? Board operators? Run crew? Tell us every position you anticipate needing filled so we can properly assess the production’s staffing needs.
6) What do you anticipate being the most expensive element of your production? Sets, costumes, props, special effects, technical needs, or something else?
7) Tell us about your theatrical background and directing experience.
8) If you have never directed or volunteered with ActorsNET, please provide at least one theatrical reference. References must be a management or Board member of a theatre company with which you have previously worked.
9) Why do you want to direct at ActorsNET?
We’re looking for directors who are excited not only about the show they want to create, but about the planning, collaboration, and teamwork it takes to bring that vision from the page to the ActorsNET stage. Whether you’re already part of the NET family or hoping to work with us for the first time, we look forward to hearing your ideas!
*Please note that this is a volunteer, non-union, unpaid position.
