Alibis 2026
ALIBIS, by Peter Kennedy
Vaughn Hardman, Director
Christina Lain, Assistant Director/Stage Manager
Audition dates: April 13 & 14
Performance dates: June 6, 7, 12, 13, 14
Saturday, June 6th - DINNER THEATRE, Doors open 5:45
Sunday, June 7th - 2pm Matinee; Doors open 1:15 - Talkback immediately following
Friday, June 12th - 7pm curtain; Doors open 6:15
Saturday, June 13th - 7pm curtain; Doors open 6:15
Sunday, June 14th - 2pm Matinee; Doors open 1:15
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Peter Kennedy hilariously spoofs the conventional drawing room mystery!
When famous actress Primavera Donna throws a party and winds up dead, it's up to the guests to figure out who and how, and why the hired help is so annoying. As the storm outside rages and the body count mounts, the guests must contend with interruptions, shocking revelations, tacky special effects, and the arrival of a mysterious visitor. Both the action and dialogue are fast-paced, and the surprising conclusion leaves only one question: Who gets the movie rights?
The cast includes a stuffy butler, a social butterfly, a playboy, a dotty chemist, an aristocrat of dubious origin, a nun who has taken a vow of silence, a part-time detective, a very French maid, and a mysterious stranger. A rapid-fire romp with shades of Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie, and Clue!
CAST
Justin (the butler) .......................................................................................... Rick Boyd
Hope Leslie Trite (the social butterfly) ...................................... Jess Morris
Sandy Lynxe (the playboy) ....................................................................... Troy Fisler
Dr. Jacqueline Hyde (the dotty chemist) ..................... Amberly Hadley
Sir Tanley A. Fraude (the pompous aristocrat) ................ Stephen Buse
Sister Bella Donna (the silent nun) ............................................. Cindy Parks
Mr. E. S. Solvedd (the bumbling detective) .................... Zachary Smith
Monique (the French maid) ..............................................Stacey Greenawalt
A Stranger (the stranger) ................................................................... Carol Morris
ZACHARY TYLER - Mr. E.S. Solvedd
This is Zachary's first time working with LWA and he is so excited to be a part of this cast! His previous credits include winning Best Supporting Male Lead for his portrayal of Walter Hobbs in ELF, has done work with UT Tyler for their production of INTO THE WOODS, and was in A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER. He wants to thank the director for casting him, and his family for their support.
JESS MORRIS - Hope Leslie Trite
Jess is grateful for the opportunity to perform in ALIBIS. She recently served as Assistant and Music Director for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. She recently marked two years with LWA and is excited to continue contributing both on stage and behind the scenes. Her most recent roles include Dana in A CHRISTMAS CORAL, Jenna in FARCE OF HABIT, and Sugar Lee in HALLELUJAH GIRLS. Some of her favorite productions include AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS, THE MOUSETRAP, AND A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Jess is truly honored to be part of such a talented and welcoming community of people.
STEPHEN BUSE - Sir Tanley A. Fraude
Stephen has performed in numerous shows at LWA. His favorite role is Phileas Fogg in AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS. He enjoys his directing as well. He would like to thank cast, crew, and directors for the opportunity to be in this production. He especially would like to thank his lovely wife Susie.
CINDY PARKS - Sister Bella Donna
Cindy Parks has been involved in community theatre for over 40 years. She is a founding member of Lake Whitney Arts and Tin Building Theatre. Cindy has been seen on stage in over 150 shows, including STEEL MAGNOLIAS, ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, WAIT UNTIL DARK, DAVID’S MOTHER, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, THE MATCHMAKER, ODD COUPLE (FEMALE VERSION), BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, and THE MIRACLE WORKER. She has directed many shows as well. Cindy would like to thank Vaughn and the cast and crew for this great show.
CAROL MORRIS - The Stranger
Carol is excited to be part of this show! Previous appearances with the theater include LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, FARCE OF HABIT, THE HALLELUJAH GIRLS, THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and FARCE OF NATURE. In addition to performing on stage, Carol has also volunteered backstage, worked in the booth, and served as an assistant director. She would like to thank her husband, Mark, for his unwavering support and encouragement, as well as for his many contributions to Lake Whitney Arts.
AMBERLY HADLEY - Dr. Jacquelin Hyde
Amberly has been an active member in Lake Whitney Arts since 2015 with THE RED VELVET CAKE WAR. Past shows include FARCE OF NATURE, FARCE OF HABIT, THE OLD FAITH....CHARITY, THE MOUSETRAP, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, ALL I REALLY...KINDERGARTEN, THE SUGAR BEAN SISTERS and TWO WITCHES NO WAITING. Amberly is currently on the Lake Whitney Board as Vice-President and supports the volunteer guild.
TROY FISLER - Sandy Lynxe
Troy started with Christian theatre. When he retired to Lake Whitney, he started doing community theater with Clifton Tin Building Theater and LWA. He recently appeared as Bob Cratchitt/Crabbit in LWA's A CHRISTMAS CORAL. He has also done shows with the Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players.
STACEY GREENAWALT - Monique
Stacey can still recite the soliloquies from her very first role, in a 1988 abridged production of Romeo and Juliet. Since then she has been playwright, actor, director, costumer, prop designer, scenic painter, and set designer, and has been nominated for several DFW theatre awards. Favorite roles include Lotty Wilton in ENCHANTED APRIL, Miss Hannigan in ANNIE, both Yente and Fruma-Sarah in two different productions of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and Christopher Wren in THE MOUSETRAP. Most recently she directed and appeared in another favorite, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, at LWA.
RICK BOYD - Justin
Rick aka “ChiliRick” is famous for his award winning “Hardcore Chili Recipe." Rick was a Thespian in high school. He was bitten by the acting bug and appeared in several productions in college as well. Rick appeared as Colonel Mustard in LWA's 2022 production of CLUE.
VAUGHN HARDMAN - Director
Vaughn embarks on his third year with Lake Whitney Arts, He most recently appeared in last season's FARCE OF HABIT and A CHRISTMAS CORAL, and this season's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. He also directed LWA’s recent production of THE OLD FAITH, HOPE, AND CHARITY. Vaughn loves volunteering at LWA and staying active in the community. He sends heartfelt thanks to his loving wife for her unwavering support.
CHRISTINA LAIN - Assistant Director/Stage Manager
Christina is excited to assistant direct at LWA. Some other shows she has been in are DOUBLEWIDE TEXAS as Starla and Assistant Director, ARSENIC AND OLD LACE as Stage Manager, and OLIVER as Old Sally, all With Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players. She recently appeared in and stage managed LWA's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS.