Theatre 29 announces the cast of the suspense thriller, “Wait Until Dark,” by Frederick Knott. Reporter Rebecca Havely has all the details…
In open auditions, director Ben Bees chose a cast for the next Theatre 29 offering, “Wait Until Dark,” a highly suspenseful thriller about a blind housewife alone in her apartment, fighting for her life against drug-smuggling criminals. The cast consists of some Theatre 29 veterans and a few newcomers as well. Andrew Whitaker will play Sergeant Carlino, an ex-con looking for fast cash. Cyrus Shorts plays a criminal leader as the smooth yet dangerous Harry Roat. Scott Clinkscales plays the ex-con Mike Talman. Lizzie Schmelling portrays the blind yet determined Susy Hendrix, and Adam Redmon plays her husband and savior plays Sam Hendrix. As Susy’s young resourceful neighbor, Amanda Mohn plays Gloria. Rounding out the cast as policeman are James Shutte and Nick Flatter.
“Wait Until Dark” begins a five-week consecutive run from April 10 through May 9 with Friday and Saturday evening performances and two Sunday matinees, April 19 and May 3. Tickets are available now at theatre29.org or call the box office for reservations at 760-361-4151.
