Casting

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Cast Size: Small (Up to 10 performers)
Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
Dance Requirements: None

Character Breakdown

Fred Sumner
A successful doctor and Louise's husband. A bit of a grouch and consumed with work, he finds no problem with routine. He becomes reinvigorated by Jenny and her youthful ways.
Gender: male
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: F2
Louise Sumner
Fred's wife, she is a gorgeous lavishly-dressed woman. In a loveless marriage and hoping that a trip to Riverwind will reignite the flame.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Jenny Farrell
An attractive country girl who acts mature for her age. She wants a surprise in her life and, in encountering Fred Sumner, she develops feelings for him.
Gender: female
Age: 14 to 18
Vocal range top: D6
Vocal range bottom: B3
Mrs. Farrell
Jenny's good-natured mother and the proprietor of Riverwind. Believes that always moving leads to a successful life. She is quick to lend a helping hand or give thoughtful advice.
Gender: female
Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: F3
John
A very shy country boy and employee at Riverwind. In love with Jenny, but cannot find the courage to tell her the truth.
Gender: male
Age: 17 to 17
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Virginia
A museum worker and guest at Riverwind. Yearns for a change in her life, between becoming an actress and marrying her boyfriend Burt. She soon discovers she has become too comfortable in her relationship.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Burt
An intellectual and guest at Riverwind. Obsessed with his dissertation, he refuses to change his lifestyle but eventually evolves and does change.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A2