Character Breakdown

***PRINCIPAL ROLES***

Tully Mars– Male, 25–35, Baritone/Tenor (Bb2–C5)
Handsome, easygoing, charming singer/guitarist at the Margaritaville Hotel. The ultimate island playboy, but with a good heart. Falls unexpectedly in love with Rachel. Must play guitar convincingly.
Songs: “License to Chill,” “Margaritaville,” “Something About a Boat.”

Rachel– Female, 25–35, Mezzo-Soprano with strong belt (A3–F#5)
Smart, ambitious environmental scientist from the city. Vacationing reluctantly with her best friend Tammy. Focused on her career, but charmed by Tully. Strong comedic and romantic chops.
Songs: “Fins,” “It’s My Job,” “Tin Cup Chalice.”

Brick– Male, 25–35, Tenor (B2–C5)
Tully’s best friend and fellow island bartender. Sweet, goofy, and lovable. Falls in love with Tammy. Needs good comedic instincts and charm.
Songs: “We Are the People Our Parents Warned Us About,” Cheeseburger in Paradise.”

Marley– Female, 40–60, Alto/Mezzo (G3–C5)
Owner of the Margaritaville Hotel. Wise, warm, no-nonsense, and funny. Acts as a mentor to Tully and Brick.
Songs: “Tin Cup Chalice,” “Volcano.”

J.D.– Male, 40–60, Baritone (G2–G4)
An eccentric older island regular with endless tall tales. Often drinks too much, but has a heart of gold. Comic timing essential.
Songs: “He Went to Paris,” Volcano.”

Tammy – Female, 25-36, Mezzo-Soprano/Alto with belt (B3-C5)
Rachel’s best friend. Kind, warm, funny, and engaged to an overbearing fiancé she’s not sure about. Finds confidence and love on the island. Strong comedic time.
Songs: “We Are the People Our Parents Warned Us About,” Cheeseburger in Paradise.”

***FEATURED & ENSEMBLE ROLES***

Jamal– Male, 20–40, Baritone/Tenor
Hotel staff member, musician, and island local. Fun, charismatic, and good with harmonies.

Chantal– Female, 20-40, Mezzo
Hotel staff member. Playful, sassy, and part of the local vibes.

Ted & Chadd– Male, 20-30
Friends of Tammy’s fiancé. City guys who contrast with the laid-back islanders.

Ensemble– Any Gender, 20-50
Play tourists, locals, partygoers, dancers, and wedding guests. Strong comedic presence and ability to embody Jimmy Buffett’s tropical, fun-loving world.