“EVITA” Character Breakdown – PIP 2019

EVITA: (Female, 20’s-early 30’s) She is a fierce, ambitious and power-seeking woman, who rises to become the spiritual leader of Argentina by the age of 26. A woman of few options, she uses her sexuality to build power. The actor playing this role must be a trained vocalist with strong vocal stamina and excellent control. A legit Mezzo with a clear, strong mix that can belt to a high G and sing to a low E (below middle C). Must be a passionate and strong actor, dancing a plus.

CHE: (Male, 18-35) This character is sarcastic, impulsive, jealous, and manipulative. Che is a political activist and the narrator of the show, a radical who isn't reluctant to ask tough questions and demand answers. An actor/singer that must move very well with a high, rock tenor voice that can sing a low A to high B, falsetto to high F.

PERON: (Male, 30-50) An officer in the Argentinean army who rises to become the Argentine President, and the founder of Argentinian political movement 'Peronism'. He is dignified, charming, cunning, and authoritative. A strong actor and singer who can play character/leading man. Vocal bass/baritone to high F.

MISTRESS: (Female, 18-25 - plays a teenager) Fragile, vulnerable, innocent young girl who plays Juan Peron's teenage Mistr·ess. She is "dismissed" out of Peron's life by his future wife, Eva. The Mistress ponders this rejection, as well as her future during her song, "Another Suitcase in Another Hall." She will also appear in the ensemble. Must be able to move well and sing a low A to a high E; sweet mezzo soprano sound.

MAGALDI: (Male, to play 30-40) A pompous tango singer with whom Eva has her first love affair. A charming loser - never quite made it, but pretends he has. Has the first number in the show, "On This Night of a Thousand Stars". He will also appear in the ensemble. A Latin American "personality" type and feel that needs to be bigger than life, but real at the same time. Sings high tenor High G.

ENSEMBLE: Seeking a broad range of males and females to play aristocrats, soldiers, descamisados (peasants), members of Eva's family, politicians, etc. Excellent singing voices in all ranges. A fully featured, versatile ensemble that helps define this world. Strong movers.

DANCING ENSEMBLE: Strong dancers, male and female, for "Buenos Aires", "Money Kept Rolling In", "Peron's Latest Flame", and particularly featured tango dancers for ''I'd Be Surprisingly Good for You".

CHILDREN'S ENSEMBLE: Looking for up to four children, aged 8-10, with one girl a featured soloist in "Santa Evita". All children must be able to sing, and will be featured with the adult ensemble sometimes, acting as Argentinian children.

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