Eddie Birdlace (Lead) A Marine private first class. He is well respected and a natural leader amongst his comrades. Initially a hothead; a cocky smooth talker. He eventually sheds his brash exterior when he falls for Rose. Gender: Male Age: 18 to 25 Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: A2

Rose Fenny (Lead) A diner waitress who dreams of life as a musician. She is a naturally shy girl, naive of the world around her. Becomes smitten with Birdlace and discovers a lot about her self-respect and confidence along the way. Preferably can play guitar. Gender: Female Age: 18 to 21 Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Bernstein (Supporting lead) A Marine private first class and Birdlace's good friend. A bit nerdy and very inexperienced with the opposite sex. Gender: Male Age: 18 to 25 Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: B2

Boland (Supporting lead) A Marine private first class and Birdlace's closest friend. A poor Southern cad, he is the most vocal supporter of the dogfight and fairly crude in his behavior and language. Gender: Male Age: 18 to 25 Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: B2

Marcy (Supporting Lead) Boland's date for the dogfight. She is a nearly toothless and homely sex worker. Crass and brash, but sneaky and cunning. Gender: Female Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: F#3 4

Mama (Supporting Lead) The owner of the local diner. She is unamused by the Marines' antics and protective of her daughter, Rose. Gender: Female Age: 40 to 50

Ensemble Marines (Sergeant, Gibbs, Fector, Stevens); Bus Passengers; Singers; Hippies. Ensemble members will play multiple roles.

Featured dancers Although all cast will be required to demonstrate a moderate dance/movement ability, we will also be casting a small number of featured dancers with strong dance ability. If you wish to be considered for these roles please indicate this on your audition form.

Additional parts - we may decide to cast additional chorus/ensemble parts and understudies. Pit singers may also be required. Please indicate your willingness to be considered for these roles on your audition form