This role involves working with a dog. Must be ok with working with animals. Identity: 28, Female Lead, former psychiatric patient, neighbor of the Griggs family Background: Jo was recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital after violent episodes caused by deep trauma. She now lives alone with her emotional support dog, Dottie. Her new home is supposed to represent a second chance at life. Personality: Introverted, fragile, but striving for peace. Beneath her calm lies a storm. She’s deeply empathetic—especially to Dottie—but becomes unhinged when provoked. She's self-aware but increasingly haunted by her past. Desire & Arc: Jo wants a normal, peaceful life. But as the Griggs family pushes her over the edge, her arc transforms into one of revenge and liberation. She regresses into madness, and by the end, she fully embraces her darker nature as both avenger and survivor.

Background: A domineering, narcissistic suburban man who thrives on control. A chronic manipulator who exploits his family and community to assert dominance. Personality: Charismatic in public, violent and petty in private. Misogynistic, entitled, and cruel. Has no empathy and constantly belittles Jo. Desire & Arc: He wants control over the neighborhood and to drive Jo out. His arc is one of downfall—his ego blinds him, and he underestimates Jo’s breaking point. By the end, he becomes the victim of the chaos he unleashed.

Background: A former "mean girl" turned toxic suburban wife. She’s fueled by insecurity and jealousy, especially toward younger, more attractive women like Jo. Her pregnancy becomes a weapon in manipulating others. Personality: Petty, vindictive, performative. She plays the victim but is actively malicious. Obsessed with appearances and gossip. Desire & Arc: She wants to ruin Jo’s reputation and climb the social ladder by tearing others down. Her arc ends in public humiliation and arrest, exposing the rot behind her curated image.

Identity: 72, Elderly Antagonist, mother-in-law to Mrs. Griggs Background: Matriarch of the Griggs family. She moved in after her husband’s death and has since latched onto the household as her domain. Enables and encourages toxicity. Personality: Sharp-tongued, manipulative, and sadistic. Enjoys watching others suffer. Fakes frailty to avoid accountability. Desire & Arc: She wants to dominate her family and community while abusing her “elderly” status for protection. Her arc reveals her as the worst of them all—cowardly when cornered, but remorseless till the end.

Identity: 10, Child Antagonist, son of Mr. and Mrs. Griggs Background: A spoiled child raised in a toxic, enabling household. Learns manipulation and cruelty from his elders. Has no real consequences for his behavior. Personality: Smug, disrespectful, cunning for his age. Shows signs of becoming as bad—or worse—than his parents. Lacks empathy. Desire & Arc: He wants entertainment and attention. Treats Jo like a toy to torment. By the end, he experiences fear for the first time, hinting at possible consequences—but no guaranteed redemption.

Identity: 30s-50s, Minor Character, local cop Background: Assigned to respond to the escalating complaints between Jo and the Griggs. Sees through the Griggs’ lies but is limited by red tape and community pressure. Personality: Tired, somewhat jaded but fair-minded. Tries to de-escalate where possible. Offers Jo small moments of validation. Desire & Arc: Wants peace in the neighbourhood. His minor arc is realizing Jo isn’t the danger—it's the people everyone trusts.

21-25 – Soprano/Mezzo, mix/belt to E After a lifetime being the perfect dutiful Amish daughter, Hannah finally gives into her curiosity and temptations and sets off to explore life in the modern world. She is strong-willed and determined to get the most out of her adventure.

21-30 – Baritone/Tenor - sing to F#4 An eager and earnest Amish young man, Samuel is madly in love with Hannah and intends on marrying her as soon as she’s baptized. He is well-meaning but his view of women and their role in society could use an update. Note: Actor playing this role must be versatile and adaptive, as they will be featured in other small roles.

21-25 – Tenor, sings to high Ab4 Though a little rough around the edges, Skor has a good heart. Having had a tough start to life, Skor has been forced to take care of himself for most of it. He now runs an independent - and failing - cannabis dispensary.

40-50 – Strong singer, all voice types welcome Regional manager of a corporate cannabis chain, she’s on the verge of a huge promotion to executive status and will do whatever it takes to get out of middle management! She is sharp-tongued and ruthless. Strong singer, all voice types welcome.

Female presenting. To play a variety of characters both large and small! Must have strong comedic and vocal chops. Will understudy Ruth.

40-60 – Strong singer, all voice types welcome Female presenting. To play a variety of characters both large and small! Must have strong comedic and vocal chops. Will understudy Alexis.

21-25 – Soprano/Mezzo, mix/belt to D Female presenting. To play a variety of characters both large and small! Must have strong comedic and vocal chops. Will understudy Hannah.

21-30 – Baritone/Tenor - sing to F#4 Male presenting. To play a variety of characters both large and small! Must have strong comedic and vocal chops. Will understudy Samuel and Alan.

21-25 – Tenor, sings to high Ab4 Male presenting. To play a variety of characters both large and small! Must have strong comedic and vocal chops. Will understudy Skor.

35-55 - Baritone Male presenting. To play a variety of characters both large and small! Must have strong comedic and vocal chops. Will play Kevin Fox.

21-25 – Soprano/Mezzo, mix/belt to E After a lifetime being the perfect dutiful Amish daughter, Hannah finally gives into her curiosity and temptations and sets off to explore life in the modern world. She is strong-willed and determined to get the most out of her adventure.

21-25 – Soprano/Mezzo, mix/belt to E After a lifetime being the perfect dutiful Amish daughter, Hannah finally gives into her curiosity and temptations and sets off to explore life in the modern world. She is strong-willed and determined to get the most out of her adventure.