PEN - A New Musical by Leo Schwartz and DC Cathro.

Paul, an advertising executive, is reeling from a recent breakup. He starts corresponding with Rod, an incarcerated man in another state. While Rod deals with life behind bars and an antagonistic prison guard, Paul tries unsuccessfully to keep his pen pal a secret from his co-workers, one of which is frantically planning her wedding. Meanwhile, Paul's ex-boyfriend is trying to win him back. The letters continue and develop into more of a relationship than either man expects and neither knows how to handle the feelings that have blossomed between them.

Direction: Michael Driscoll; Music Directon: Aaron Benham

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
Paul - Male. Low to mid-thirties, nice guy, likable, recently out of a relationship, rebuilding himself and searching for balance and control, loyal friend, works for an ad agency, smart Bari-tenor

Rod - Male. Mid-thirties, Caucasian, Rough, hot, tattooed. Prisoner. Guarded and Lonely. A Dreamer. Bari-tenor

Crowley - Male. 40s-50s, African American, prison guard, imposing when he needs to be, Bari-tenor

Susan - Female. 30's - 40's, any race, fun, ballsy, creative, Paul's friend & co-worker, Belter Mezzo

Lee - Female. Late 20s-early 30s, any race, no nonsense, Type A personality, planning her wedding, Paul's friend & co-worker, Belter Mezzo

Grayson - Male. Late 20s, any race, attractive, charming, Paul's ex, wants him back, Tenor