Smoke: A Ballad of the Night Riders
Smoke is a musical, ensemble heavy show set on the tobacco farmlands of Kentucky and Northern TN, known as the Black Patch, in the early 20th century. We follow the Hartley family as they embark on a war against big tobacco corporations. You’ll see big business at its worst and the tobacco company’s role in turning farmer against farmer, brother against brother, and its backlash – giving birth to the masked vigilantes: The Night Riders.
This year’s production will be directed by Jim Manning.
Use these character descriptions to decide which characters you should audition for!
- Owen Hartley – 30’s-40’s – a farmer. Hardworking, Caring, Strong, Passionate, Provider.
- Callie Hartley – 30’s – Owen’s wife. Sassy, Loving, Sincere, Holds her own.
- Owen Jr. (Nub) – 10 or under – Owen and Callie’s son. Animated, Youthful, Innocent.
- Emmitt Hartley – 40’s – Owen’s brother. Stubborn, Impersonable, Jealous.
- Ned Munroe – 20’s-30’s – Callie’s brother. Intelligent, Problem-solver, Follower.
- David Amoss – a country physician. Smart, Passionate, Keen Leader.
- Sam Cash – a tobacco buyer. Cunning, Selfish, Loud.
- Storyteller – a narrator of sorts. Warm, Inviting, Engaging.
- Additional supporting/ensemble roles available.