CHARACTERS/CASTING/AUDITION PIECES

PRINCIPAL ROLES

Eva Perón (Eva Duarte)
Ambitious, charismatic and driven. Eva rises from poverty to become Argentina’s First Lady and the beloved champion of the working class. Requires a strong singer and actor capable of carrying the emotional arc of the show.

Audition pieces required – “Rainbow High” and “Beuno Aires”

Che
The narrator and commentator on Eva’s rise. Observes and critiques the events of the story. Strong rock-tenor role with significant stage presence.

Audition piece required – “Oh What a Circus”

Juan Perón
An ambitious military officer who becomes President of Argentina. Calculated, authoritative and politically astute.

Audition piece required – “She’s a Diamond”

Agustín Magaldi
A tango singer who helps Eva escape her provincial life and travel to Buenos Aires.

Audition pieces required – “On This Night of a Thousand Stars”

Perón’s Mistress
Young woman discarded when Perón begins his relationship with Eva.

Audition piece required – “Another Suitcase in Another Hall”

ENSEMBLE

The ensemble portrays many groups throughout the show including:

Descamisados (the working-class supporters of Perón)
Aristocrats / upper class
Military officers and soldiers
Political supporters and opponents
Crowds, radio audiences, political rallies

Please note that for if you are auditioning for an ensemble role and not a lead role, you will be required to sing:
• Males: Opening of Oh What A Circus
• Females: Another Suitcase In Another Hall

Ensemble roles require strong singer-actors comfortable with movement and character work.