Auditions

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Some of the people at Hunt Mysteries have been with us for years but take time off now and then. We are always bringing in new people to audition so we can expand our resources and offer other actors the unique opportunities we provide. Most of those who have performed with Hunt Mysteries have been between 20 and 60 years old.  Hunt Mysteries is always looking for talented new actors.  We're also currently hiring part time sound and light technicians to join the crew.

Who We Are & What We Do:

  • Hunt Mysteries can be classified as intimate theater.  Specifically we perform murder mystery dinner theater; our emphasis is on comedy and audience participation.
     
  • We perform public shows frequently throughout the Wasatch Front.
     
  • We regularly perform for private parties & conventions throughout Utah.
     
  • We also perform for clients outside of Utah in locations such as Wendover, Mesquite & Las Vegas, Nevada; Green River, Pinedale & Evanston Wyoming; Denver, Colorado and elsewhere.
     
  • Casts typically consist of six paid actors, with an even split of male & female roles.
     
  • Our scripts are about 40 pages in length -- and only represent about  1/3of an evening's performance.
    • One third in character adlib entertaining of guests at their tables.
    • One third in character adlib answering questions during sleuthing.
    • One third scripted dialogue.
       
  • The major difference between regular theater and Hunt Mysteries comedy murder mystery dinner theater is that there is no "4th Wall" between the actors and the guests.  In fact, the actors generally eat dinner with the guests, staying in character throughout the entire night.  There are no curtains to hide behind!

Who We Need:

Actors who do best in our shows:

  • Are creative, charismatic and have a passion for theater.
  • Are outgoing and enjoy mixing with guests.
  • Can do impromptu entertainment.
  • Continuously stay in character.
  • "Think on their feet."
  • Have a flair for comedy.
  • Can sing & dance.

When We Need You:

  • We generally hold open auditions every two months.
  • Please call 801-569-1482 for more info on when auditions are to be held.

What To Bring:

  • Prepare a comedic monologue of your choice.
  • Prepare an upbeat song of your choice.  Bring your own CD/MP3 Player Karaoke minus track accompaniment.  (Piano accompaniment not always available.)
  • Be prepared to do a quick dance combination.
  • Bring your résumé if we don't already have one, including a headshot photo that we can keep on file.
  • Be aware of any possible scheduling conflicts you may have with performance dates  -- Filling out a schedule form is part of the audition process.