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The show begins in 1904, and ends in 1924, primarily in San Francisco, California, and nearby locations.
CHARLIE – Japanese. Tenor, Ages 19-39 Optimistic, charismatic, convincing. He has studied American society, and loves Western philosophy & ideas.
FRANK – Japanese. Baritone, Ages 19-39. Kind-hearted, not very bright. Loyal, determined. Secretly, loves selling shoes. Also plays “Twin Child.”
FRED – Japanese. Baritone, Ages 20-40. Down-to-earth farmin’ boy who loves the ladies. Came to seek his fortune. Also plays “Bum”, “Charlie’s Father” and “Bakkapei Bao.”
HENRY – Japanese. Tenor. Ages 18-38. Quirky and talented artist who loves finding humor in unexpected places. Came to San Francisco to study at the Art Institute. Also plays “Bum”.
The female cast members play all the other characters, both male and female, primarily Asian-American roles.
ELDER: Female, 30s-40s, Mezzo, to play roles including the “Elder at the Buddhist Church”, “Frank’s Lady”, “Hot Dog Doug” and “Scared Bride.”
KIMIKO: Female, 30s-40s, Alto. “Kimiko” is a sturdy, strong farmwoman, with a commanding demeanor, who marries Fred. Other roles include “Robber”, “Henry’s Lady”, “Parrot”, and “White Man.”
ANTI-ASIATIC LEAGUER, Female, 20s-30s, High Belter. Other roles include “Fireman”, “Liberty Belle”, “Giddy Bride”, “White Man” and “Toddler.”
HANA, Female, 20s-30s, Soprano. Hana is a performer at the Pan-Pacific Exposition who later marries Charlie. Other roles include “Dr. Omori”, “White Lady”, “Fan-Tan Dealer”, “Judge” and “Vague Bride.”
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