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Auditions Announced for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Lumos Players

Lumos Players Presents: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Kick off our 10th Anniversary Season with this Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash! Follow meek floral assistant Seymour as he discovers the carnivorous plant Audrey II with a taste for BLOOD… and world domination!

Directed by Ashley Herbert
Assistant Directed by Tina Berhringer
Produced by Corey McOsker-Nieman
Music and Vocal Directed by Katie Personke
Choreographed by Christine Steele
Stage Managed by Nicole Haake

Opportunities for all genders, a small ensemble, puppeteers, and a HUMAN Audrey II (big personality, expressive performer, and possible drag opportunity).

Auditions:
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 — 1pm–5pm
Callbacks: Monday, Jan 12, 2026 — 7pm–9pm

Vocal, script, and dance auditions. Script sides and dance video sent ahead to those who sign up!

SIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/10C084CADAF22A0FAC70…

Production Dates: March 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2026 — 7:30pm

Rehearsals include: Sundays 1-5, Monday 7-10, and Thursday 7-10

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this monstrously fun show!

Don’t forget to get your tickets for our final 2025 show, A Sherlock Carol, opening Friday, Dec 12 at 7:30PM!

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A SHERLOCK CAROL Runs Dec. 12-20

A SHERLOCK CAROL
Lumos Players
Dec. 12-20
Lakeview UCC [Maineville]

Directed by Corey McOsker-Nieman & Tina Behringer

Cast: Paul Gerwe as Sherlock Holmes, David Britt as Ebenezer Scrooge, Alexander Partridge as Dr. Timothy Cratchit & Others, Paige Corsmeier as The Countess & Others, Karen Sence as Mrs. Dilber & Others, McKenzie Kugler as Lestrade & Others, Lisa White as Martha Cratchit & Others, Laurie Barber as Dr. Watson & Others & – Nore Nolte as Emma & Others

When a grown-up Tiny Tim asks Sherlock Holmes to investigate the death of Ebenezer Scrooge, the world’s most famous detective must use his keen intellect to solve a holiday mystery. Blending Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, this witty, fast-paced play is filled with intrigue, laughs, and heartwarming holiday spirit.

  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 12-13 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 19-20 at 7:30pm

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Auditions Announced for A SHERLOCK CAROL at Lumos Players

Lumos Players is excited to announce their final show for the 2025 Season, A SHERLOCK CAROL by Mark Shanahan. It will be a holiday show you won’t want to miss!

AUDITIONS:

Lumos Players presents A SHERLOCK CAROL By Mark Shanahan

Location: Lakeview UCC, Maineville, OH

Auditions: Sunday, September 28 | 1–4 PM

Callbacks (if needed): Monday, September 29 | 7–9 PM

Performances: December 12, 13, 19 & 20 at 7:30 PM

SIGNUP: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/10C084CADAF22A0FAC70…

Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Script sides will be emailed to you prior to auditions.

SYNOPSIS

When a grown-up Tiny Tim asks Sherlock Holmes to investigate the death of Ebenezer Scrooge, the world’s most famous detective must use his keen intellect to solve a holiday mystery. Blending Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, this witty, fast-paced play is filled with intrigue, laughs, and heartwarming holiday spirit.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTION

(Note: Doubling of roles is possible depending on cast size.)

  • Sherlock Holmes – Brilliant detective, sharp, witty, and restless. Haunted by the death of his nemesis Moriarty, yet drawn into a case that may restore his spirit.
  • Dr. Watson – Holmes’ loyal companion, practical, kind, with a warm presence and humor.
  • Ebenezer Scrooge / Professor Moriarty – Scrooge as an older man, now transformed into a kind benefactor but facing his final days; Moriarty, Holmes’ sinister nemesis. (Often doubled by one actor.)
  • Tiny Tim (Tim Cratchit) – Now grown, intelligent and earnest, he comes to Holmes seeking help to solve Scrooge’s mysterious death.
  • Emma Wiggins – A young, spirited street-smart
  • The Ghosts & Supporting Roles – Various characters from Dickens and Doyle’s worlds, including Lestrade, Mrs. Hudson, and spirits from Scrooge’s past. Many roles may be doubled.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals begin Sunday, October 5 and will be held:
  • Sundays | 1–5 PM
  • Mondays | 7–10 PM
  • Thursdays | 7–10 PM

We are so excited to work with you and bring this holiday mystery to life!

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Agatha Christie’s A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED Runs Aug. 29-Sept. 6

Agatha Christie’s A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED
Lumos Players
Aug. 29-Sept. 6
Lakeview UCC [Maineville]

Directed by Corey Nieman

Cast: Betty Coulter as Miss Marple,Anecia Johnson as Letitia Blacklock, McKenzie Kugler as Inspector Craddock, Kalena Jackson as Julia Simmons, Patrick Nieman as Patrick Simmons, Trisha Cooper as Dora “Bunny” Bunner, C.G. Gray as Mitzi, Amy Haake-Rowland as Phillipa Haymes, Brandon Spencer as Edmund Swettenham, Paula Gerhardt as Mrs. Swettenham, Laurie Barber as Sergeant Mellors & KJ Gerhardt as Rudi Scherz

An announcement in the local paper sets the scene for a murder to occur at Miss Blacklock’s Victorian home. When an unexpected guest dies under the foretold circumstances, it’s up to Miss Marple to unravel the mystery. Classic Christie suspense, quirky characters, and twists await!

  • Fri-Sat, Aug. 29-30 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Sept. 5-6 at 7:30pm

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Cast Announced for A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED at Lumos Players

A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED
A Miss Marple Thriller by Agatha Christie

An announcement in the local paper sets the scene for a murder to occur at Miss Blacklock’s Victorian home. When an unexpected guest dies under the foretold circumstances, it’s up to Miss Marple to unravel the mystery. Classic Christie suspense, quirky characters, and twists await!

Starring:

  • Miss Marple – Betty Coulter
  • Letitia Blacklock – Anecia Johnson
  • Inspector Craddock – McKenzie Kugler
  • Julia Simmons – Kalena Jackson
  • Patrick Simmons – Patrick Nieman
  • Dora “Bunny” Bunner – Trisha Cooper
  • Mitzi – C.G. Gray
  • Phillipa Haymes – Amy Haake-Rowland
  • Edmund Swettenham – Brandon Spencer
  • Mrs. Swettenham – Paula Gerhardt
  • Sergeant Mellors – Laurie Barber
  • Rudi Scherz – KJ Gerhardt

Performance Dates: August 29 & 30 and September 5 & 6 at 7:30 PM
Lakeview UCC, Maineville, OH

Directed by Corey Nieman

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