Montresor:

(54 years old) An importer of various small goods of no real distinction. He is descended from a once powerful family that is now without any real wealth and has left a decaying mansion and tombs as its only legacy. He would appear to be frail, wiry but would probably feel much older. He has known Fortunato for many years. He lives alone with a few ragged, disloyal servants. Smart but not brilliant, with little broad or practicable knowledge. (Baritone Voice)

 

Fortunato:

(48 years old) A voluminous, overbearing ignoramus. Not more than average intelligence but an unflappable schemer. Amusing to people for short periods of time and essentially harmless. Talks up a good storm but is mostly full of hot air - which in itself may be what is remotely attractive about him. He is employed by the local government as a minor officer to help regulate the traffic of imports and exports. He over-indulges in food and drink. People are not revolted by him but more laugh (not mock) at him in disbelief. (Tenor Voice)

 

Luchesi:

(44 years old) Local businessman, most likely runs a hardware store or drugstore. Very easy - going, enjoys life. Successful, but not wildly so, just enjoys his work and life. Not into the over indulgence of Fortunato but not against tying one on every now and then. Medium in build. Most people in the town know him and like him. Smarter - than - average, good common sense. (Tenor Voice)

 

Anthony:

(mid-twenties) A young businessman, possibly an apprentice for Luchesi.  Somewhat more mature than Michael. Fundamentally decent, not particularly brave.  Sees problems clearly. Always funds a reason not to get involved. Wants to do the right thing but prefers that somebody else does it. Basically a good guy who also enjoys a good night on the town. (Baritone or Bass Voice) 

 

Michael:

(Late teens)  Acts like a young, impetuous kid. More impulsive than Anthony, and less sophisticated.  More emotionally honest. Not especially intelligent but often morally clearer than Anthony.  The first to worry, the first to feel guilty. Overabounding with energy.  A well-loved kid by the towns peoples who know he is just going through a stage. Funny in an innocent way. (Tenor Voice)

 

Angelica:

(Indeterminate age) Saucy, shrewd, good-natured cafe owner. Can be kind and manipulative at the same time in order to get her patrons to spend their money on drink. (Mezzo-Soprano Voice)

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Annabel Lee:

(mid-twenties) Cafe waitress (Soprano)

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Townspeople - all ages and voice ranges.