Character Descriptions

42nd Street

Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 7:30pm
or
Monday, November 11, 2024 at 7:30pm

Callbacks: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:30pm

Directed by Kyle Jackson
Choreographed by Kyle Jackson
Musical direction by Jacob Fennell

Opens Friday, January 3, 2025


Plot Synopsis

One of show business's most classic and beloved musical comedies...


All Roles Open

Role Description
Peggy Sawyer Female, Soprano, Age 18-29, new to town, trying out for her first show, the all-American, genuinely talented girl; innocent, hopeful, spirited; a triple threat: she acts, she sings, and must be a spectacular tapper; mezzo/belt. Lead.
Dorothy Brock Female, Alto, Age 30-50, a genuine Broadway Star with a capital "S"; very elegant; must move well and possess a strong sense of comic timing; low alto to low Eb, Lead.
Billy Lawlor Male, Age 18-29, the young leading man, handsome, charming; spectacular tapper and legit, soaring tenor, Lead.
Julian Marsh Male, Age 40-60, a powerful and charismatic actor to play a successful Broadway director; baritone, up to an Ab, Director of the "show," Lead.
Maggie Jones Female, Alto, Age 30-50, brassy part of the song writing team, must sing and move well and be able to play comedy with great warmth and charm; character alto, Supporting.
Bert Barry Male, Baritone, Age 30-50, also part of the song writing team, must sing and move well and be able to play comedy with vaudeville timing; character baritone, Supporting.
Abner Dillon Male, Spoken, 30-60, character role; the star's "sugar daddy" from Oklahoma; a bit of a potential thug/bully; ability to sing a help but not necessary, Supporting.
Anytime Annie Female, 18-29, the archetypal chorus girl; knows the ropes and is no fool; must have strong belt and great tap skills
Andy Lee Male, 26-40, the dance director; must be a strong actor and superb tapper
Pat Denning Male, 40-59, a handsome vaudeville performer down on his luck; Dorothy Brock's true love; baritone.
Ensemble Male and Female singers and dancers. Tap/dance experience is a plus, but not required. Please keep in mind — this show is one of the best ensemble shows ever!