Casting

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Cast Size: Medium (11 to 20 performers)
Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
Dance Requirements: Standard

Character Breakdown

Alderman
Check Apron Ball host. He is a man who knows far more about others business than is humanly necessary. With a cheery disposition and warm presence, he is a joy to be around.
Gender: male
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Marthy
The brassy live-in friend to Chris. She is a strong woman with a penchant for drinking. Has an infatuation for Chris.
Gender: female
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Chris
The barge captain and former sailor. A large, Swedish man who is light on his feet and ecstatic to reunite with Anna. Very protective and somewhat territorial, he has difficulty prioritizing his relationships.
Gender: male
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Lily
A working girl of questionable employment. Streetwise and whip smart, she is a sweetheart with a rough past.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: G4
Larry
The quintessential old-timey bar owner, he is always ready to lend a hand and and pour a drink. A very fun loving fellow.
Gender: male
Age: 40 to 60
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Anna
Chris's estranged daughter and the new girl in town. An awful history with men has soured their company to her. She is sharp, blonde, and beautiful.
Gender: female
Age: 18 to 21
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Matt
Stoker and sailor. A self-admitted dummy, Matt is frightened of being taking advantage of. Strong, lovesick, stubborn.
Gender: male
Age: 20 to 28
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Ensemble
Seamen (Johnson, Jung, Moreda, Nola, Oscar, Smith, Svenson), Various Residents Of Town (Mrs. Dowling, Mrs. Hammacher, Mrs. Olson, Mrs. Smith, Pansy, Pat, Pearl, Violet)