All Aboard for a Thrilling Ride!

Murder on the Orient Express
By Agatha Christie
Adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Vanessa Eskridge

October 3–5 & 9–12, 2025
The David Niven Theater at Oldfields School

Join Manor Mill Playhouse for its third production—a stylish and suspenseful mystery aboard the luxurious Orient Express. When a shocking murder occurs mid-journey, every passenger becomes a suspect. Can the great detective Hercule Poirot solve the case before the killer strikes again?

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Auditions & Designer Call

Manor Mill Playhouse is always looking for new talent. If you are interested in getting involved in the show, on stage, on the production team, or in any way at all (or know someone who might want to), keep reading.

 

Designer Call!

Are you interested in working on the Design Team? Whether you have experience or related talents and would like to contribute to the show, we are looking for the following to join us for this production:

  • Scenic Designer

  • Lighting Designer

  • Sound Designer

  • Costume Designer

Please email Producer Vanessa Eskridge at vlceskridge@gmail.com to learn more about these opportunities.

*All production team members will receive a stipend.

Auditions!

All roles are open, and all actors will receive a stipend. We will be holding auditions for Murder on the Orient Express on the following dates:

  • Thursday, July 17, 6 pm - 10 pm

  • Saturday, July 19, 1 - 6 pm

  • Callbacks: Sunday, July 20, 2 - 6 pm

Auditions and callbacks will take place at Oldfields School.

Sign-up & Cast Breakdown: 

Visit this Sign Up Genius link for more information on the play, including character breakdowns, and to sign up for a slot. 

Actors will sign up for a one-hour time slot to attend on July 17 or 19 and will receive sides once registered. 

If you cannot make the scheduled audition sessions and would like to be considered, please contact Vanessa Eskridge: vlceskridge@gmail.com.

ABOUT MANOR MILL PLAYHOUSE

Manor Mill Playhouse (MMPH) is a newly established theater company in northern Baltimore County, rooted in the thriving artistic hub that is Manor Mill. MMPH is dedicated to crafting dynamic community experiences by providing inclusive opportunities to engage with high-quality theater – both on and off stage.