Full-Length (2+ Hours)
Comedy
10W, 5M, Ensemble
Synopsis
Two of the quirkiest and most endearing best friends in pop culture make their musical theater debut in ROMY AND MICHELE THE MUSICAL, based on the 1997 cult hit film.
Romy and Michele are two lovable, inseparable best friends whose relationship is put to the test when they invent fake careers to impress people at their 10-year high school reunion. Through the delightful “where are they now” reveal aimed at the inner high-schooler in all of us, these irrepressible heroines triumph over past insecurities to stand tall amongst their peers. Featuring a book by the film’s screenwriter, Robin Schiff, and an all new ’80s and ’90s pop/rock-inspired score from Gwendolyn Sanford and Brandon Jay, ROMY AND MICHELE THE MUSICAL is the coolest thing since the invention of Post-its®.
Casting & Production
Casting
ROMY WHITE – Female-identifying. As lazy as she is fashion forward, Romy is the acknowledged leader of the duo. She considers herself to be the idea person. (The smart one.) But underlying her bravado is a deep insecurity. Even though Romy and Michele refuse to follow the crowd, Romy still feels the need to be accepted.
MICHELE WEINBERGER – Female-identifying. Happy to take Romy’s lead. The agreeable “me-too” girl, Michele only craves acceptance from Romy. Although she can seem like the slower of the two, she can still have insights and wisdom. Both of them secretly think of Michele as the cute one. Enthusiastic, with a flair for fashion.
HEATHER MOONEY – Female-identifying. Bitter, cynical chain smoker who got her heart broken in high school and has sworn off love; thinks she’s the smartest person in the room. Becomes a successful businesswoman by inventing Lady Fair cigarettes quick burning paper for the “gal on the go.”
SANDY FRINK – Male-identifying. Self-conscious, awkward science nerd with an unrequited crush on Michele. Later, he becomes a confident millionaire.
TOBY WALTERS – Male-identifying. Relentlessly upbeat and cheerful. Really wants a friend and will do anything to be liked — even take on the thankless task of organizing the prom and then the reunion. But the one he especially wants to be friends with is Heather Mooney, for whom he feels a weird kinship. Over the course of the show, Toby begins to embrace his own identity, ultimately stepping into the joyful version of himself he was always meant to be.
CHRISTIE MASTERS – Female-identifying. The Queen of the School and knows it. Passive-aggressive. Often delivers her put-downs with a smile. She’s a high-gloss tyrant who is used to everyone doing her bidding.
BILLY CHRISTIANSON – Male-identifying. Captain of the Football team and total heart-throb. Not the brightest bulb on the tree. Multiple Roles.
KELLY POSSENGER – Female-identifying. One of Christie’s A-Group, a cheerleader. Multiple Roles.
CHERYL COOK – Female-identifying. One of Christie’s A-Group, a cheerleader. Multiple Roles.
LISA LUDER – Female-identifying. One of Christie’s A-Group, a cheerleader, but unlike the others, has a mind of her own. Her strength, independence, and fashion sense bloom as an adult. Multiple Roles.
Flexible Ensemble
