The Bluff

Book by Matt Kresich, Music by Scott Peters and Steven Caraher, Assisted by George Jurincie, 

a musical mystery comedy  

Casting 5 men, 2 women, 3 any gender, ages 20s to 70s. No experience necessary.

There will be a cold reading from the script and a vocal audition. 

Please have a digital version of your song choice available unless singing acapella.

Character Breakdown

Dexter Dull (male, 20/30s): The son of a world-class detective who just can’t seem to figure out how to be a decent detective, yet wants nothing more than to follow in his Father’s footsteps. 

Father (male, 50/60s): A well established detective, fired from the NYPD on the Livingston Case. 

Sally (female 20/30s): Mr. Bluffington’s secretary. 

Mr. Walberg (male, 60/70s): Wealthy oilman and boat fanatic. 

Mrs. Walberg (female, 60/70s): New York Socialite, wife of Mr. Walberg. 

Mr. Southerland (male, 50s): Wealthy stock trader, former business partners with Mr. Bluffington.

 Chauncey/Charlotte (any gender, 20/30s): Up-and-coming pianist with twin sibling Larry/Luella. 

Larry/Luella (any gender, 20/30s): Up-and-coming actress/actor with twin sibling Chauncey/Charlotte. 

Alfred (male, 40/50s): Mr. and Mrs. Walberg’s butler. 

Chef Morti (any gender, 40/50s): Mr. and Mrs. Walberg’s French chef 

Performance dates: 

September 11-14, 19-21, & 26-28

Directors: Anthony Holt and Amy Crane

The Bluff is a new comedic whodunit centered on Dexter Dull Jr., who wants nothing more than to follow in his father’s footsteps as a world class detective. Struggling to show he belongs solving crimes, Dexter intercepts a phone call meant for his father about the murder of the wealthiest and most connected person in 1920’s New York. Pretending to be his father, Dexter attempts to solve the case of the century. He is met by a cast of suspects featuring wealthy business elites, aspiring artists, and a suspicious butler. As it quickly becomes clear that Dexter is in over his head, Mr. Bluffington’s secretary becomes an unlikely ally. Will the case be solved before Dexter’s true identity is revealed? Set to a contemporary Broadway score, The Bluff is packed with energetic ensembles, heartfelt ballads, and a sea shanty.