The auditions for Central Connecticut State University’s production of the comedy play, “The 39 Steps,” were held on November 20th in Maloney Hall.

The play is a parody of the 1915 adventure novel by John Buchan and 1935 Alfred Hitchcock spy thriller movie adaptation by the same name. The gimmick of the play is that it only has four actors total, with most of the actors playing multiple different characters at a given time. The result is that the serious nature of the plot is made humorous.

Even though there were no sit-ins on the auditions allowed, the people auditioning for the show had plenty to say about how they thought their auditions went.

Cedric Westcott said that he has auditioned for the part of one of the clowns, one of the two roles that fulfills the many characters. Westcott said that he thinks he did well in his audition and is excited to perform in the show if he gets cast.

“I think that the play looks fun,” Westcott said. “Playing a lot of characters is fun, so it seems like a great show to do.”

Mike Zimmerman said that he has auditioned for all the parts in order to increase his chances of being cast in some role. He said that he did decent at his audition but has doubts.

“I think I did okay, though I could have done better,” Zimmerman said. “The nerves really set in and affect how well you do.”

Krizzia Cruz said that she thinks that her audition went pretty well for her. Cruz said that she is alright with any part that she receives, as long as she is in the production in some way.

“I’m fine with any part that they think I would be good in,” Cruz said. “I’m very open to anything, even if it’s small.”

Matt Durland said that he also had auditioned for any part in the show and will let the production place him in any spot that works. Durland said that his audition went well for him overall.

“I did the best I could in the moment and let things be,” Durland said. “I tried not to think about it too much.”

Stage manager Allie Nadeau said that this is her first time as stage manager for a production at CCSU after being assistant stage manager for two previous productions. Nadeau said that she is excited to be getting the experience as the person managing this production and has high hopes for the people auditioning.

“I know almost everyone who’s auditioning and I think they’re great,” Nadeau said. “They all have very good chances.”

The people who have auditioned for “The 39 Steps” have shown their passion and talent for acting and are now currently waiting for the cast list to be announced. Regardless of who gets a role, this upcoming show is sure to be a great performance that should not be missed.

“The 39 Steps” will be showing in Maloney Hall Blackbox Theatre from March 6-9, 2024.