The Old Man and the Old Moon Audition Information

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THE OLD MAN An old man whose job it is to fill the moon with liquid light. His journey in pursuit of his missing wife forces him out of his complacent lifestyle.
THE OLD WOMAN An old woman who's growing tired of her life filling the moon with her husband. She leaves her home in search of a forgotten memory.
MATHESON The first-mate of the ship and the narrator of the tale. Matheson loves telling stories so much that he commands the attention of the audience and the respect of his sailors.
LLEWELLYN The youngest, somewhat naïve, spirited sailor whom the Old Man mentors and takes on as an apprentice towards the end of his journey.
MABELU A sailor who has a good sense of humor and the best of intentions. He lost his precious dog years ago.
CALLAHAN An ardent sailor. Never loses a fight.
COOKIE An unhinged cook. Might be afraid of fire.
CAPTAIN A fearless leader and most eloquent speaker.
PERRY A legendary hero of the imperial fleet. First Naval Lieutenant Pericles Llewellyn McWallander was thrown overboard by his mutinous crew. He now spends his days inside the belly of a "prison fish".
CLERK Overwhelmed and unenthused each and everyday at the boat shop.
MICKEY The clerk's young assistant. Wears his grandfather's hat to work.
SOLOMON A witty aeronautical engineer. Sibling of Bartley.
BARTLEY A witty aeronautical engineer. Sibling of Solomon.
DOG Her name is Lucy. Mabelu lost her years ago.
BARTENDER Goes by Bill but that's not his real name.
PATRON Plays the piano but doesn't take requests.
FINE LADY She lives in town. Has a secret.
REBEL ONE Rebel captain. Trying to avoid a fight.
REBEL TWO Rebel soldier. Trying to start a fight.
BOATSWAIN ONE A master boatswain.
BOATSWAIN TWO A boatswain's apprentice.
BEN He has a store in town but they're currently sold out of everything.
GHOST SINGER A dead sailor with a penchant for cabaret.
THE YOUNG WOMAN The Old Woman, a long time ago.