Redfern Lane Productions has announced the cast for its upcoming staging of the Broadway musical Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, which is scheduled to open at the Hayes Theatre Co in May 2026. The production is based on the 1988 comedy film of the same name and follows two competing conmen as they attempt to swindle a wealthy heiress on the French Riviera.
Blake Erickson has been cast in the role of Lawrence Jamieson, a refined conman who targets wealthy individuals. Erickson’s recent credits include the national tour of Cluedo and The Producers. Performing alongside him is Rowan Witt as Freddy Benson, a small-time American hustler. Witt’s previous work includes roles in Hamilton and The Book of Mormon, and he currently appears in the television series Ghosts Australia.
The role of the target, Christine Colgate, will be portrayed by Kristina McNamara. Jordan Shea will play the police chief Andre Thibault, while Aurélie Roque and Scarlet Lindsay take on the roles of Muriel Eubanks and Jolene Oakes. The ensemble for the production consists of Oliver Clisdell, Emma Feliciano, Brendan Godwin, Madelene Kirkwood, and Christopher Tendai.
Director Rebecca McNamee noted that the cast represents a wide range of professional backgrounds and high levels of energy for the large-scale production:
From seasoned professionals to talented graduates, the cast of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is an exciting mix of diverse, worldly experiences! It is such an honour to work with talent who jump feet first into joy, nonsense and complex storytelling. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a big show and we have found the skill and energy to match! There is a reason that performers from some of Australia’s most successful productions want to be part of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels – because all their talents will be in full display. I can’t wait for you to join us in the Riviera.
Tickets for the season are currently available through the Hayes Theatre Co website.
