Character Descriptions

Characters 

(Descriptions from Concord Theatrics) 

Carrie White Age 16-17, (Mezzo-Soprano) - “A painfully shy outsider who, in spite of her best efforts to belong, has been the victim of her classmates' cruel jokes since childhood, as well as her mother's strict, biblically-oriented control at home. She transforms from ugly duckling into graceful – and then vengeful – swan. Vocally, she must be capable of lyrical sweetness as well as fierce power.”

Margaret White Age 43-47, (Soprano) - “A woman of extremes, she balances her fervent religious convictions with equally sincere true-believer spirituality and tender, maternal love for Carrie. Like Carrie, with whom she shares several duets, her voice must range from expressive and melodic to ferocious and frightening.”

Miss Gardner Age 30s, (Alto) - “Mid-30s, this girls' P.E. teacher can be a strict disciplinarian if necessary, but when Carrie arouses her maternal instinct, she surprises herself by also revealing a protective "fairy godmother" side. Her voice is warm and strong, just like the woman.”

Chris Hargensen Age 16-17, (Mezzo - Soprano) - “Rich, spoiled-rotten, and wickedly funny, Chris is a popular beauty whose arrogant self-assurance makes her believe that the rules don't apply to her. Loaded with sexual dynamite, she has serious daddy issues and anger-management issues. Her voice is pop-rock percussive and powerful.”

Sue Snell Age 16-17, (Mezzo - Soprano) - “A straight-A student who's been popular her entire life, she's remarkably level headed for her age. Her unthinking participation in a cruel act of bullying causes a crisis of conscience that leads her on a journey to try to right things. Vocally, she has a pop ballad voice that delivers sweet sincerity and strength.”

Tommy Ross Age 17-18, (Tenor) - “Popular star athlete, valedictorian, and all around stand-out, he's the boy that all the girls want to be with, and all the boys want to be. Yet he also has unexpected, quirky sensitivity and is just starting to mine his personal life and feelings – a budding poet. His voice should have an effortless pop quality.”

Billy Nolan Age 17-19, (Tenor/Bass) - “Now in his sixth year in high school, Billy's a sexy, stupid-like-a-fox bad boy whose wise mouth troublemaking has led him to spend more time in detention than in class. All these qualities make it easy for his girlfriend Chris to manipulate him to do her bidding. His voice is that of a wailing rocker.”

Mr. Stephens Age Late 30s, (Tenor/Bass) - “Late-30s, this well-intentioned English teacher and guidance counselor struggles to help his students realize their potential. A dedicated educator, he's stretched thin in his duties, woefully underpaid, and a bit overwhelmed as to how to handle the Billy Nolans of the classroom combat zone.”

Sue’s Interrogators (Spoken) - Adult sounding voices only 

Freida Age 16-17, (Mezzo - Soprano) - “Sue's brainy pal, she's an easy-going, get-along follower and a tireless extracurricular committee volunteer.”

Norma  Age 16-17, (Mezzo - Soprano) - “Bitchy, gossipy and a shameless suck-up to authority, Norma is second-in-command to Chris' queen bee.”

Helen Age 16-17,  (Mezzo - Soprano) - “Giggly and easily shocked, her immaturity and need to belong make her the perfect example of the herd mentality.”

George Age 16-17, (Tenor) - “Tommy's jock wingman since childhood, George idolizes him. Perhaps a little too much…”

Stokes Age 16-17, (Tenor) - “A bit of a nerd, he's happy to be included as one of Tommy's posse.”

Freddy Age 16-17, (Tenor) - “The wise-cracking class clown and official yearbook photographer, he can't believe any girl would ever give him the time of day.

Additional Ensemble (Any/All Vocal Parts, any age)

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