Dial M For Murder
Non-musical Mystery
October 18 - November 2, 2024
By Frederick Knott
Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service.
Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and now plans to murder her for the same reason. He arranges the perfect murder. He blackmails a scoundrel he used to know into strangling her for a fee of one thousand pounds, and arranges a brilliant alibi for himself. Unfortunately for Tony, with a surprise twist of events, he must concoct a new plan to rid him of his wife. Luckily, the police inspector from Scotland Yard and a young man who is in love with the wife discover the truth, and in a scene of almost unbearable suspense they must attempt to trap the husband into revealing his guilt.
A Note from the Director...
'Dial M for Murder' was a huge hit onstage in both London and New York in 1952. Two years later, Alfred Hitchcock adapted the celebrated play, into a film that is still regarded as a masterpiece of its genre.
'Dial M' is not a typical who-dun-it. We know in the first fifteen minutes who the guilty party is—and the question is will-they-get-away-with-it?
I have directed the show twice before, but many years ago. I am pleased to work on it once more with such a talented cast.
Enjoy the show—and, please, send your friends to join us.
-Charles Burr, Director
Cast Bios
Patrick Vaughn (Tony Wendice)
Patrick Vaughn (Tony Wendice)
Patrick Vaughn (Tony Wendice)
Myers debut. Recent engagements include MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, INDECENT, OLIVER!, THE ELEPHANT MAN, SALT-WATER MOON, CABARET, SWEET CHARITY, ASSASSINS, DRACULA, BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO, LES MISERABLES, DREAMLAND DRIVE-IN at Dollywood, and multiple productions of 1776 in Louisville and Cincinnati. Many others.
Lillian North (Margot Wendice)
Patrick Vaughn (Tony Wendice)
Patrick Vaughn (Tony Wendice)
Lillian North is thrilled to be back in the 'boro for her second show with MDT. She was last seen in MDT’s 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL as Violet Newstead. She spent the last year performing at Tweetsie Railroad as a CanCan girl. Other credits include Alice Murphy in BRIGHT STAR, Morticia Addams in THE ADDAMS FAMILY and Frau Blucher in YOUNG FRANK
Lillian North is thrilled to be back in the 'boro for her second show with MDT. She was last seen in MDT’s 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL as Violet Newstead. She spent the last year performing at Tweetsie Railroad as a CanCan girl. Other credits include Alice Murphy in BRIGHT STAR, Morticia Addams in THE ADDAMS FAMILY and Frau Blucher in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. She has also spent the last two years teaching high school theatre. She would like to thank her family, friends, and her students.
Caleb "Chaos" DeWitt (Max Halliday)
Patrick Vaughn (Tony Wendice)
Malcom Claeys (Captain Lesgate)
Chaos is very excited to be performing in a non-musical play at Myers - it reminds him of his early days learning to act at Centennial High School in Franklin, Tennessee. This is his fourth production at MDT! You may remember him from roles such as Captain Von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Shem in TWO BY TWO and Joe in 9 TO 5. Caleb is a r
Chaos is very excited to be performing in a non-musical play at Myers - it reminds him of his early days learning to act at Centennial High School in Franklin, Tennessee. This is his fourth production at MDT! You may remember him from roles such as Captain Von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Shem in TWO BY TWO and Joe in 9 TO 5. Caleb is a resident of Hillsboro, and appreciates everyone coming to support the theatre. He hopes everyone has a great time!
Malcom Claeys (Captain Lesgate)
Malcom Claeys (Captain Lesgate)
Malcom Claeys (Captain Lesgate)
Currently residing in New Castle, Indiana, Malcom is a native of Northwest Indiana. His last role was as Major Metcalf in THE MOUSETRAP here at Myers. He's happy to be returning! When not on stage, he enjoys music, travel and spending time with his family. Thanks to all who come to our show!
Don Hart (Inspector Hubbard)
Malcom Claeys (Captain Lesgate)
Don Hart (Inspector Hubbard)
Don was last seen in the 2024 world-wide exclusive production of DON'T HUG ME as Gunner Johnson. Other favorite roles include Samuel in THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Eddie in PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, Mark Twain in TWAIN’S TALE OF TOM AND HUCK, Sam Ferguson in HEART TO HEARTLAND and Noah in both musicals, THE ARK and TWO BY TWO. Thank you for supporting live theater here in Hillsboro!
Mark McGrady (Thompson)
Malcom Claeys (Captain Lesgate)
Don Hart (Inspector Hubbard)
At no one's demand, Mark is returning to the MDT stage after a 20-year absence. He hopes that he doesn't muff his two lines. His paying job is as an attorney.
Staff Bios
TJ Bird (Interim Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Light & Sound Design)
TJ Bird (Interim Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Light & Sound Design)
TJ Bird (Interim Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Light & Sound Design)
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s in Voice Performance. Some career highlights are that they toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre, performed six seasons with the Round Barn Theatre at the former Amish Acres, and have covered many different staff and technical positions throughout their c
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s in Voice Performance. Some career highlights are that they toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre, performed six seasons with the Round Barn Theatre at the former Amish Acres, and have covered many different staff and technical positions throughout their career. Favorite credits include: Nicely-Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, Eugene in SH-BOOM!, Jesus in GODSPELL, Pap/King in BIG RIVER, Mr. Bumble in OLIVER! and Willard Hewitt in FOOTLOOSE! Thank you to everyone who supports their dreams, and thank YOU for supporting live theater! travisbirdtenor.weebly.com
Charles Burr (Director)
TJ Bird (Interim Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Light & Sound Design)
TJ Bird (Interim Artistic Director, Costume Designer, Light & Sound Design)
Charles Burr recently stepped down as the Artistic Director of Tibbits Sumer Theatre after 30 years in charge and being responsible for hundreds of productions. In Hillsboro, he has directed NANA'S NAUGHTY KNICKERS, A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MOUSETRAP and FASCINATING RHYTHM. Onstage, he has appeared as the Narrator in INTO THE WOODS, Fagin in OLIVER! and Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she lives with her husband, Ethan, and their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried. Jessica has worked on shows out at Myers Dinner Theatre since 2012. When she isn't working in theatre, she enjoys working with her house plant collection and watching cooking shows with Ethan. She would like t
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she lives with her husband, Ethan, and their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried. Jessica has worked on shows out at Myers Dinner Theatre since 2012. When she isn't working in theatre, she enjoys working with her house plant collection and watching cooking shows with Ethan. She would like to thank Ethan, her family, and her friends for supporting her dream of pursuing a career in theatre.
Linz Doty (Costume Assistant)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Linz is from Avon, IN and enjoys working with local community theaters. She is the costumer for Brownsburg High School Concert & Show Choirs. Hoping to keep an asthmatic child of the 60's entertained on the couch, Mom enrolled me in "Craft of the Month." Much to her dismay, the result was me repurposing my new tangerine orange swimsuit in
Linz is from Avon, IN and enjoys working with local community theaters. She is the costumer for Brownsburg High School Concert & Show Choirs. Hoping to keep an asthmatic child of the 60's entertained on the couch, Mom enrolled me in "Craft of the Month." Much to her dismay, the result was me repurposing my new tangerine orange swimsuit into a babydoll dress. Since my 1st machine at age 10, sewing is still my happy place. Thanks for all the support from family and friends.