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SYNOPSIS:
A struggling mother surrenders one of her newborn twins to her childless employer. The boys grow up streets apart, opposite sides of the social and economic tracks in Liverpool, never learning the truth. Things come to a head as they become close friends and eventually fall in love with the same girl. A haunting rags-to-riches tragedy, with music and lyrics by Willy Russell, this musical explores nature vs. nurture and the real cost of separation.

CHARACTER DETAILS:

MRS. JOHNSTONE (MOTHER): Female, 30’s (Range: Mezzo Soprano, F3-C5) Original Mother of Mickey and Edward. After her husband walks out on her, she is left to take care of her children. Constantly trying to do what is best. Gets a job as a maid to support her children. While she tries her best, she cannot escape the society she has been born into.

NARRATOR: Male, Age Flexible (Range: Rock Tenor, G3-G4)“Did y’ hear the story of the Johnstone twins?” Takes the audience through the important sections of the story. Truthful, yet ominous at times. Also appears as Milkman 1, Doctor, Bus Conductor, Milkman 2, Teacher, Rifle Range Man.
MRS. LYONS: Female, 30’s (Range: Mezzo Soprano, B3-D5) Mrs. Johnstone’s employer. Kind with good intensions but puts herself first—no matter the cost. Adopts Edward out of desperation towards her own insecurities. A compulsive liar who gets in over her head.
MR. LYONS: Male, 30-40 (Range: Ensemble/Non Singing) Proper Gentleman from the upper class. Is tricked into thinking his wife has had a child while he was on an extended business trip. Constantly busy, and leaves the homely responsibilities up to his wife.
MICKEY: Male, Plays 7-20’s (Range: Bari Tenor, D3-E4) Blood Brother raised in the poor part of town by Mrs. Johnston. A trouble maker pressured by the rules of society.
EDWARD: Male, Plays 7-20’s (Range: Tenor, D3-A4) Blood Brother raised in the upper class by Mrs. Lyons. Grows up with a privileged life due to his foster parents—From his opportunities with education to women.
SAMMY: Male, Plays 7-20’s (Range: Ensemble/Part Flexible) Mickey’s Brother. A bully and bad influence on Mickey. Constantly a trouble maker.
LINDA: Female, Plays 7-20’s (Range: Ensemble/Part Flexible) A lovely girl from the neighborhood. Finds the attention of both Mickey and Edward.
CHORUS: Catalogue Man, Finance Man, Children, Policemen, Neighbors, Wedding Guests, Doleites, Councilors, Nurses, Judge

PERFORMANCES:
Performances will take place at The Switch Theatre (10029 East 126th Street Ste. D, Fishers, IN 46038)
Friday, March 12, 2027 - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 13, 2027 - 7:30pm
Sunday, March 14, 2027 - 2:30pm
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - 7:30pm
Friday, March 19, 2027 - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 20, 2027 - 2:30pm
Sunday, March 21, 2027 - 2:30pm