Casting "Verity High: Canceled!" Musical

ANGELA, 40s or 50s, female, Caucasian. Pragmatic, driven, and fiercely protective, Angela is the kind of mom who always has a plan—and expects everyone else to follow it. She’s high-key, high-strung, and deeply invested in her son Harlan’s success, sometimes to a fault. Though she can come off as controlling, it’s rooted in fear: of failure, of judgment, of losing her son. Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano

17, male, any race. A creative, sensitive soul trapped under the weight of his mother’s expectations. Harlan is introspective, thoughtful, and emotionally intelligent—but he’s also still figuring out who he is and how to make his mother see him. He’s got real talent and a quiet spark, but he’s not a spotlight chaser. His journey is about finding the courage to speak up, take risks, and maybe even break a few rules. Vocal Range: Tenor

40s/50s, female, any race. A Broadway star. Sutton is glamorous, self-involved, and completely unapologetic about it. She’s used to commanding attention, fiercely ambitious, and desperate to stay relevant. She’s funny, theatrical, and wildly entertaining. Vocal Range: Soprano

17, female, any race. Student at Verity High. Sutton’s daughter. She’s not the loudest in the room, but she’s observant, has a dry wit, a strong moral compass, and a growing confidence in her own voice. Alexa is the kind of teen who feels older than her years. Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano

40/50s, male, any race. A beloved teacher, a devoted dad, and the calm in the middle of the storm. Coach is emotionally intelligent, open-hearted, and quietly hilarious. He’s the kind of guy who gives great advice and listens more than he talks. As the brother of a Broadway diva (Sutton) and father to a non-binary artist (Dylan), he bridges generations with grace and compassion. Understated, warm, and refreshingly un-macho. Vocal Range: Baritone

23, gender fluid (born male), any race. Passionate, creative, and trying really hard not to lose it. As the director of the school talent show, Dylan is caught between generations, identities, and expectations—from the earnest students to their chaotic, over-involved family. Dylan is smart, sensitive, and still figuring out how to lead without people-pleasing. In the show, Dylan identifies as she/her in the opening and they/them in the majority of the show. Vocal Range: Tenor

40/50s, male, American Latino. Big-hearted with the soul of a kid and the flair of a showman. Luis is vibrant, nurturing, and endlessly creative—the guy who turns cardboard into magic and chaos into choreography. He’s the life of the party and the emotional glue of the group, always ready with a joke, a snack, or a perfectly timed dance break. Deeply supportive and full of love, Luis brings joy wherever he goes, even when things get messy. Vocal Range: Tenor or baritenor

60s/70s, female, any race. A dry, no-nonsense pianist with a razor-sharp wit and zero patience for BS. Verna would rather be gambling in Atlantic City than babysitting a talent show, but beneath her crusty exterior is a begrudging affection for the chaos around her. She’s the ultimate "seen it all" character—cynical but lovable, with deadpan delivery and impeccable comedic timing. Vocal Range: Alto or character voice