The Mousetrap 2025
The Mousetrap, by Agatha Christie
Directed by Joy Fitzgerald, Assisted by Carol Morris
Performance dates: February 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 2025
As news spreads of a murder in London, a group of seven strangers find themselves stranded in the midst of a blizzard at Monkswell Manor. Mollie and Giles Ralston, the young, newly-married owners of the once-regal estate which they recently converted into a guest house, hardly notice the news. But when a police sergeant arrives, the guests discover— to their horror— that a killer is in their midst. One by one, the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts. Which one is the murderer? Who will be their next victim? And can you solve this world-famous mystery for yourself?
Mollie Ralston ..................................... Amberly Hadley
Giles Ralston .................................... Vaughn Hardman
Christopher Wren ...................... Stacey Greenawalt
Mrs. Boyle ......................................................... Cindy Parks
Major Metcalf ............................................ Stephen Buse
Miss Casewell ..................................... Jaleigh Schwarz
Mr. Paravicini .................................................... Jess Morris
Detective Sergeant Trotter ....... Stacy Lancaster
AMBERLY HADLEY - Mollie Ralston
Amberly has been an active member in Lake Whitney Arts since 2015 with THE RED VELVET CAKE WAR. Past shows include STEEL MAGNOLIAS, ALL I REALLY KNOW I LEARNED IN 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. Amberly would like to thank director Joy Fitzgerald, assistant director Carol Morris and all cast and crew for a great theater learning experience with this show.
VAUGHN HARDMAN - Giles Ralston
Vaughn is proud to be involved with LWA for a second year! He has made previous appearances in FARCE OF NATURE and THE ODD COUPLE. Vaughn enjoys acting and directing as well as helping with lights and sound. He wants to express his gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of this fun and challenging play. He would also like to say a special thanks to his loving wife for her amazing love and support.
JALEIGH SCHWARZ - Miss Casewell
Jaleigh is excited to be returning for the fifth time! She has previously been in AROUND…80 DAYS and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Jaleigh has also worked as a Sound Designer and Sound Technician in several shows such as FARCE OF NATURE and STEEL MAGNOLIAS
STACEY GREENAWALT - Christopher Wren
Stacey has been active in the DFW theatre community for many years as 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, Ronette in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, and both Yente and Fruma-Sarah in two different productions of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Most recently, she appeared as Gwendolyn Pigeon in LWA's THE ODD COUPLE.
STEPHEN BUSE - Major Metcalf
Stephen is appreciative of the chance to be a part of another LWA production. He recently directed THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER and is looking forward to directing THE HALLELUJAH GIRLS. He wants to thank the cast, directors and supporting techies and especially his wife to whom he is most grateful.
CINDY PARKS - Mrs. Boyle
Cindy Parks loves Agatha Christie and theatre. What luck to be able to perform in this show. She has been with LWA since the beginning. Favorite shows include DAVID'S MOTHER, THE MATCHMAKER, WAIT UNTIL DARK, THE MIRACLE WORKER, CLUE, TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, and ALL I REALLY NEEDED TO KNOW, I LEARNED IN KINDERGARDEN. Credits as a Director: GREASE, THE DIVINERS, THE ALTO PART, MOON OVER BUFFALO, GREATER TUNA, and many more. Cindy would like to thank the cast and crew for making this show so much fun.
JESS MORRIS - Mr. Paravacini
Jess is delighted to be part of this show. She has been in multiple shows with LWA appearing most recently as Grace Bradley in THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER. Other roles include Cecily Pigeon in THE ODD COUPLE, multiple roles in AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS, Mrs. Cratchit and Char Woman in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and Jenna Sealy in FARCE OF NATURE. She has also assisted in the booth and helped out backstage. Jess is incredibly grateful to be a part of Lake Whitney Arts and this extraordinary community of people.
STACY LANCASTER - Detective Sergeant Trotter
Stacy is excited to take the LWA stage for a second time. She most recently played Miss Scarlett in LWA’s production of CLUE. She is looking forward to performing more and actively supporting Lake Whitney Arts in the coming years. Stacy would like to thank Joy for casting her in this role and is grateful for the rest of the cast and crew. She is also thankful for her husband Frank and all those who support LWA in whatever capacity that may be. None of this would be possible without you.
JOY FITZGERALD - Director
Joy has been involved in theatre since her first production as a witch in hee fourth grade play. Since moving to Whitney last year, LWA has welcomed her with open arms.
CAROL MORRIS - Assistant Director
Carol feels honored to have worked beside Joy in this production. It has helped deepen her love for theater, both on and off the stage. Carol most recently performed as Mrs. McCarthy in THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGENT EVER, as well as various roles in CHRISTMAS CAROL, and as Roxanne in FARCE OF NATURE. She has also worked behind the scenes painting sets, working lights, and other technical support.