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Announcing the Farm Bureau Summer Theatre 2027 Production

BIG
The Musical

U.S. National Tour Version (1998)

A frustrated adolescent magically becomes an adult, discovering that life is not simply child's play.

The classic 1987 motion picture fantasy bursts onto the stage in the unforgettable theatrical experience, Big The Musical. Featuring a witty, moving and insightful book by John Weidman (Assassins; Pacific Overtures; Road Show) and a dazzling, energetic, heartfelt, contemporary score by David Shire and Richard Maltby, Jr. (Baby; Closer than Ever; Starting Here, Starting Now) Big is a perfect show for audiences of all ages!

Josh Baskin is sick of being an awkward kid. At a carnival, he makes a wish to the Zoltar machine to become "big." To his shock, his wish is granted. After an understandably awkward beginning, Josh is forced to do "adult" things, like getting a job and a girlfriend. In the end, he discovers that there's much more to being an adult than he bargained for and learns that we must all grow up at our own pace, in our own time.

Complete with Zoltar, a giant floor piano and stand-out roles for adults and children, Big is a great choice for theatres that are looking for a family-friendly smash-hit that is full of high-energy singing and dancing.

Performance Dates: June 11, 12, 14, 17-19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bistline Theatre at Stephens Performing Arts Center

Audition information COMING SOON!

Big The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Characters: 

Josh Baskin
The story's protagonist. He has the mind, spirit, and innocence of a 13 year-old trapped in the body of a 30 year-old.
Gender: male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Susan Lawrence
The attractive, business-oriented Vice President of Marketing at MacMillan Toy Company. Possesses a secret giddy, school-girl innocence about her. She eventually falls for Josh.
Gender: female
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Mrs. Baskin
Josh's frustrated, protective, and loving mother who is struggling with parenting a pre-teen.
Gender: female
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: G3

Billy Kopecki
Josh's best and most supportive friend. He is optimistic, inventive, and encouraging.
Gender: male
Age: 11 to 13
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: F#3

Young Josh Baskin
Obscure, seventh grade pre-teen who is frustrated by his parents and his age.
Gender: male
Age: 11 to 13
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3

George Macmillan
The owner of the MacMillan Toy Company who is fighting to save his company. Distinguished, playful, and a bit spry.
Gender: male
Age: 60 to 70
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: C3

Paul Seymour
The Vice President for Product Development at MacMillan Toy Company vying for Susan's affection. Handsome, aggressive, self-absorbed.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Ensemble
Adults; Children; Sales People; Junior Executives