Slightly effeminate and struggling to behave "manly" - Anthony plays in a band and hides his homosexuality from his friends. Should be thin, attractive, easy to fit into "rock/emo" style of clothing. Must be comfortable with same-gender kissing.
Brother of Greg. Gentler, more tolerant and observant than his brother. Extremely paranoid, worries about social appeal and any threat to his status results in him getting upset. Should be leaner and of average height. Must be comfortable with a same-gender kiss.
A timid, unsure girl in a rocky relationship with volatile Greg, but with a secret infatuation with Mike. Submissive, afraid and generally fidgety. Should be petite and brunette.
Laid-back, unobtrusive boyfriend of Stacey - with a lust for opiate-derived narcotics. The only thing he cares about is getting high, but he puts in his sense for show. Thief. Lanky, tall, "heroin chic" type, dark good looks.
A street smart, wise, quick-tongued juvenile criminal who finds it easy to manipulate men - sent to live with her cousin's family under court mandate. Extremely attractive, brunette with dark features. Serves as Mike's love interest and important plot point. Irony in her constant interruptions throughout the script.
Mike's deadbeat, alcoholic, womanizing father. 40s, biker dude who only lives for good times, bedding women and getting drunk with trashy people at dive bars. Broke and unapologetic.
A weary chain smoker who dotes on her son, Mike. Wise though unassuming. Should be slightly overweight with graying hair - 40s. Should be comfortable smoking or playing a smoker.
Rich deaf girl whose family takes in the troubled Meredith. Non speaking, ironic role who serves as a focal point in Acts I and III. Blonde, angelic, opposite of Meredith.
