Audition Call

Auditions for
"Miss Holmes"

Auditions

Audition registration for “Miss Holmes” is now open! 

 

Everyone who registers for an audition will be contacted, so check your junk box if you haven’t heard back within a week or so of signing up (and add us to your safe list!). 

Show Week Dates: May 4-10, 2026 at the Martial-Caron Theatre, Saint Boniface University

 

Rehearsals: See the complete rehearsal schedule here. Rehearsals take place in the St. James neighbourhood.

 

Line Read: For those who are selected for the cast, the first line read of the play (and handing out scripts) will take place Monday, January 19, 2026, in the evening. 

 

Synopsis: Join Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson as they work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives have a habit of turning up dead! These unconventional women, trapped in an era that refuses to accept them, must forge a bond of trust and work together through the dangers of 19th century London in this entertaining and delightfully fast-moving murder mystery.

 

When: Auditions will be held over three days: January 3-5, 2026.

 

What: We are seeking 12-16 enthusiastic people for this show of mystery and adventure. No experience is required to audition. You will be provided short sections from the script in advance of the auditions. While memorizing the lines is not required, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the scene.  

 

People from all backgrounds, gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, or education are welcome and encouraged to apply. Please contact us if you have accessibility needs for auditions.

 

All cast and crew are volunteers. 

 

 
Casting Requirements

*Character age does not necessarily need to match the actor’s age but is provided for context. 

 

 

PRIMARY CHARACTERS (attends all rehearsals)

 

Sherlock Holmes (female-presenting), 20s – 40s. Tenacious and incredibly intelligent woman living at a time when neither trait was desirable for a lady. Energetic.

Dr. Dorothy Watson (female-presenting), 20s – 40s. One of the very few women licensed to practice medicine. Far more practical and level-headed than Sherlock, but just as brave. This actress will need to learn a few German lines. 

 

 

SUPPORTING CHARACTERS (attends 1 – 3 rehearsals a week)

 
Mycroft Holmes (male-presenting), 30s – 50s. Older than Sherlock. He is the spider spinning a web from within the government. Meticulous in every way.

Lizzie Chapman (female-presenting), 20s – 30s. Newest bride of bride of Thomas, who she views him with a mixture of pride and fear. Innocent and earnest.

Thomas Chapman (male-presenting), 30s – 40s. Decorated Scotland Yard detective, recently married for the third time, with a questionable reputation. Intense and charismatic.

Geoffrey Lestrade (male-presenting), 30s – 50s. Serious by-the-books Scotland yard detective.
Dr. Elizabeth Anderson (female-presenting), 40s – 60s. Historical figure. First woman licensed as a physician / surgeon in Britain. Dr. Anderson is Watson’s boss and mentor. 
Dr. Michael Stamford (male-presenting), 30s – 40s. Doctor friend and admirer of Dr. Watson. This actor will need to learn a few lines in German.  

Eudora Featherstone (female-presenting), 50s – 70s. A wealthy woman mourning the death of her daughter. 

Edwin Greener (male-presenting), 30s – 60s. Army veteran, petty criminal, knows who he owes. 

 

 

ENSEMBLE (attends 1 – 2 rehearsals a week)

 
A number of ensemble roles will be cast.  Some may include dialogue (1 – 30 lines) and physical activity (i.e. stage combat). Other roles may be atmospheric in nature, with stage time and no lines (such as various Londoners for several street scenes). Let us know what you are comfortable with!
 
Examples of ensemble roles (around 20 lines of dialogue) 
Mrs Hudson (the beleaguered landlady of 221B Baker Street),
Asylum Superintendent (Power tripping and corrupt), 
Eudora Featherstone’s nephew (scheming alcoholic)
 
Examples of atmospheric roles (0 – 4 lines of dialogue)
Various Londoners, Scotland Yard detectives, Asylum Orderlies
 
 
Presented by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois. 

Audition sign up Form

Please complete the form below to register for auditions for “Miss Holmes”. Auditions will be booked for about 10-15 minutes each. 

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Auditions will be 10-15 minutes. You will be notified of your exact audition time.
Auditions will be 10-15 minutes. You will be notified of your exact audition time.
First line read is January 19, 2026. Rehearsals are January 26 to May 2, 2026. Except for the two primary characters, not all actors will be called to all rehearsals. See rehearsal schedule on the website for exact dates. Please note if you have any conflicts with these dates.
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