CHARACTERS

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ENSEMBLE - The many additional characters in "The Drowsy Chaperone's" show within a show, that create the world of the musical, including TOTTENDALE'S STAFF, TRIX's CO-PILOTS, CLOUD DANCERS, REPORTERS, and MONKEYS in "Bride's Lament." The SUPERINTENDENT will also be cast from this group.

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MAN IN CHAIR - The show's present day narrator, and a musical theatre aficionado, he guides the audience through the show as it comes alive in his NYC apartment. Deeply introspective and agoraphobic, he offers factoids, opinions, and details about his own life, as well as the musical we are watching. Anytime he is feeling "blue" he listens to his records, and can be very passionate and enthusiastic about musicals. The only character who is not a stock character from the 1920s. Strong actor, minimal singing. 

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MRS. TOTTENDALE - A wealthy widow and host of the wedding. She is flighty, eccentric, and often times forgetful, while being absolutely charming at the same time. Oblivious to the confusion her behavior generates in other people, and always looks on the bright side. Played by Ukelele Lil. Great comedic timing and ukulele skills a plus; must be comfortable with spit takes. 

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UNDERLING - Mrs. Tottendale's unflappable butler who is thrifty and stiff, but also has an understated sense of humor. He is stoic, dry, and sarcastic. Played by Noel Fitzpatrik. Great comedic timing a plus; must be comfortable with spit takes.

ROBERT MARTIN - The groom-to-be who is deeply in love with Janet. He is the token 1920s leading man - debonair, dashing, and energetic, as well as cheesy, cheerful, and optimistic. Played by matinee idol Percy Hyman. Tap dance and roller skating ability a plus.

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GEORGE - Robert's anxious best man. He is loyal, sincere, and nervous. He makes looking out for Robert's interests his top priority so that the wedding will come off without a hitch, and always has Robert's best interest at heart. Tap dancing skills a plus.

MR. FELDZIEG - Harried producer who will do anything to stop the wedding in order to keep Janet in the Follies. He is nervous, sarcastic, impatient, overbearing, and can be insensitive. Played by Jack Adler. Comedic timing a plus; minimal singing. 

KITTY - 1920s dim-witted, blonde chorine. She is Mr. Feldzieg's companion, and dreams of being a star! Will do anything to be a leading lady. Played by Sadie Adler. Great comedic timing a plus.

GANGSTERS #1 & #2 - Two jovial gangsters who are posing as pastry chefs! This duo intends to collect from Feldzieg, and there's "muffin" he can do about it! Played by vaudeville duo The Tall Brothers. Stylized vaudeville movements and comedic timing a plus.

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ALDOLPHO - A lothario and self proclaimed "ladies man" who is very impressed with himself. Confident, vigorous, and a buffoon, he goes after the things he wants, which is often women. Played by former silent movie star Roman Bartelli. Great comedic timing, and a Latin/Italian accent a plus. 

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JANET VAN DE GRAAF - Star of Feldzieg's Follies who is conflicted about giving up her life on the stage to marry Robert Martin, she is glamorous, vivacious, outgoing, and LOVES being the center of attention. The consummate 1920s starlet. Played by rising star Jane Roberts. Strong movement skills and French accent a plus. 

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THE DROWSY CHAPERONE - Janet's alcoholic confidante and friend, she is a melodramatic diva to be reckoned with who gleefully chews the scenery and steals just about every scene she is in! An experienced "woman of the world" who couldn't care less what the world thinks, she is always slightly inebriated, and carefree. Played by well-established stage actress Beatrice Stockwell. Great comedic timing a plus.

TRIX THE AVIATRIX - The brave and brash female aviator who, by chance, is recruited to perform at the wedding. A take charge kind of gal. This role will also double in the ensemble.