Character Breakdown
THE NOWAK FAMILY OF BUFFALO, NY (“Buffalo accent” not required.):
CLARA: Late 60’s, family matriarch. Lovably forward and direct. No-nonsense, says what’s on her mind. Born in Poland, came to Buffalo as an infant. Raised and still lives in the same urban Buffalo neighborhood. There is a charmingly naïve “old world peasant”
air about her.
HER CHILDREN (ALL UNMARRIED):
BEVERLY: Late 30s. Eldest daughter. Loud, outspoken, opinionated. Her mother’s daughter. Avid bowler. Product of her urban environment. Sarcastic, wickedly funny.
RUTH: Mid-30s. Middle daughter. A bit gangly, awkward, not the type men throw themselves at. But with an appealing energy and spark. Very intelligent and a little classier than her siblings. Aspiring actress, wants to move to New York City.
JIMMY: 30-ish. The baby. Simple but witty guy who enjoys needling his sisters. A garbageman, happy in his work. Loves living in Buffalo. Big heart, kind disposition.
Questions? Contact director Ed Mobley by email at: civwiz5@gmail.com