NEXT TO NORMAL Equity Principal Auditions - Milwaukee Repertory Theatre Auditions

Diana - (late 30s-early 40s) a sexy and sharp housewife who is manic-depressive and delusional. she suffers from a worsening bipolar disorder that has been medicated for 16 years. Seeking a strong singer/actress that can cover the full emotional range this role requires. Vocal range - belt/mix to an E.

Dan - (late 30s to early 40s) Diana's husband and father to Gabe and Natalie. an architect, he is handsome and genuine and constantly tired. He provides a constant support for his family as he fights to keep his wife's mind and illness stable. A belabored, dedicated father> Vocal range - High baritone/tenor to A.

Gabe (at least 18 to read 18) Diana and Dan's son, he is dashing, gentle, bright and playful. He can be both an angel and a demon to his mother, who idolizes him as a superhero. Vocal range - rock tenor to a B with a falsetto and comfortable mix.

Natalie - (at least 18 to read 16) Diana and Dan's daughter. She is attractive, strong and tries to be perfect. She is a classically trained pianist who takes refuge in the practice room. Vocal range - belt/mix to an E

Henry - (at least 18 to read 17) He is a jazz musician, romantic, stoner, slacker philosopher king. A classmate of Natalie and eventually her boyfriend, he supports her during one of the roughest times in her life. Vocal range High baritone/tenor to an A

Doctor Madden/Doctor Fine - (late 20s-late 30s) Diana's doctor - assured, a rock star of psychiatry - 'on the young side' of ageless. Vocal range - high baritone/tenor to A with a rock sound