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14-17 November 2024

About the production:
The Murder of Rose Ashcroft, A Comedy, is a classic murder mystery play, and a comedy, set on the 8th of May 1945 – VE Day - at the Oyster Bay Hotel in fictitious Hastebourne. A group of strangers are staying at a quaint little hotel on the even of celebrations, for more or less decent reasons. By the end of the first act, we know who they are and why all of them have a motive. And yet, when one of them dies, we need the second act to find out whodunnit. Or else risk further untimely deaths. Come join an evening of laughter, suspense, and drama.

Why it was chosen:
We are always looking to support original theatrical works, so we were pleased to give the local author, Ilona Horvath, the opportunity to bring her comedy to life. We also, wanted to a show during the winter time that could bring joy to both the audience and those involved. So, we are thrilled to have quite a diverse cast in terms of age, geographic background, and experience in the theatre, all having a fun time brining the show together, and we hope audiences will equally enjoy themselves and laugh along. It's quite a creative endeavor that takes the elements of pantomime in terms of dramatic asides to the audience and exaggeration in the comedy, and conveys them in a way that the audience doesn't need to be familiar with pantomime to delight in the theatrics.

Ideal audience:
Really anyone wanting to see an English comedy and delights in trying to solve a mystery (in this case a murder).

The Village Players:
The Village Players are Lausanne's premier English-language theatre group! Based in the heart of Switzerland, we bring a rich array of amateur theatre performances to our community. In addition to producing two major productions a year, every month, members and guests are invited to experience an exciting mix of informal events at the Centre Pluriculturel et Social d'Ouchy (CPO).

For over 40 years, The Village Players have hosted theatre, music, dance, improv and other similar gatherings. We’re a community group that encourages creativity, offering a variety of opportunities to get involved. From public performances to intimate club events like play readings, open mic nights, or poetry recitals, there’s always something happening. Whether you’re looking to jump on stage, lead backstage, or simply enjoy a show, we have a place for you.