Please note that the entire cast should be comfortable with a pop/rock style of
singing and British accent.
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Lead Roles 

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CHARLIE PRICE | Playing age late 20’s to early 30’s | Male Tenor

A leading man, just out of university. He is privileged, but likeable — his father owns the shoe factory. He is handsome and loveable but there is a temper right under the skin. Must have a great rock voice, ability to move and be a strong actor.

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LOLA | Playing age 30's to 40's | Male Tenor (C3–B4, with one top C).

5’8” and above is preferable.

An emotionally and physically challenging role that requires the body of a boxer with the soul of a Diva, a la Whitney Houston. Must have star presence and feel comfortable wearing everything from full glamour as a scene-stealing drag performer to nothing but boxing trunks. Must have a killer voice with power blues and gospel chops. Strong comedic actor. Traditionally represented by BIPOC.

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Supporting Roles 

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LAUREN | Playing age 20's | Female Mezzo-Soprano (B♭3–F♯5)

Beautiful, but quirky (not glamourous like Nicola) working class girl who works in the shoe factory. Funny and smart but has had bad luck with men. Terrific comedic actress.

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NICOLA / ENSEMBLE | Playing age 20's (B♭3–F♯5)

Charlie’s girlfriend since school. Sophisticated looks. She is a social climber, driven and uncompromising. She knows what she wants and goes for it. Must have a great pop voice.

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DON | Playing age 30's to 40's | Male Baritone (C3–F4, must have a strong falsetto to D5 for the Finale)

Lola’s nemesis. Burly hyper-masculine bear of a factory worker. Has a menacing physicality. Least likely to be seen on a runway in kinky boots. Strong actor required.

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GEORGE | Playing age 40's to 50's | Male Baritone (C3–F4)

Factory Manager, keeping up traditions. Reserved and tightly wound.

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THE ANGELS | Playing age 20's to 30's | Male Tenor (C♯5–A4)

“This ain’t no job for wallflowers!”
These are the six drag performers from The Blue Angel Nightclub who perform with Lola. Actors with star quality and personality. Must be versatile and terrific singers (with a contemporary pop/rock/R & B belt) and dancers (required to dance in heels). Physical fitness is crucial. Tumbling and acro skills are a plus (one angel will back handspring and another does a tour into splits). Three Angels sing to C♯5 and three sing to A4.

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TRISH | Playing age 40's to 50's | Female Alto (B♭3–D5)

Must have strong rock/pop belt. Factory worker who has been there longer than any of the other women. A lot of life experience and a lot of responsibility – this shows in her face. Comedy chops.

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PAT | Playing age 30's | Female Mezzo-Soprano (B♭3–F♯5)

Must be strong pop/rock soprano. Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed.

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MR PRICE / ENSEMBLE | Playing age 40's to 50's | Male Baritone (B♭2–G4)

Must have a good voice. Charlie’s father and owner of the shoe factory. Appears in the opening and closing sequence as well as playing a pub patron, factory worker, etc. for the rest of the show.

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HARRY / ENSEMBLE | Playing age 20's to 30's | Male Baritone (E3–C4)

A contemporary of Charlie’s, but his opposite. Harry is successful, self-aware, confident and carefree. Must have a great rock voice. Also plays a Factory Worker, etc.

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YOUNG CHARLIE/LOLA | Playing age 8 to 11 years old | Male

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Ensemble

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​ENSEMBLE | Playing age 20's to 50's | All voice types

The men and women of the ensemble must be excellent pop/rock singers. They will cover featured ensemble roles as well as play factory workers, pub patrons, etc. Factory workers should look like real, everyday people and be able to move well.

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PIT SINGERS | All voice types

Available to all vocal ranges.

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Ballarat Lyric Theatre is an inclusive company and, as such, we actively encourage people of every race, culture, sexuality, age, and physique to audition. Lyric also strives to foster a safe environment for and celebrates BIPOC and LGBTQI+ communities.​​