The Baker's Wife | Book Musical, Rated PG | MEDIUM

Old world charm permeates every moment of THE BAKER'S WIFE, a gently bittersweet and offbeat fable of life, love and bread by Joseph Stein and Stephen Schwartz.

The bickering residents of a rural village in Provence, France in 1935 have been without a baker for seven weeks. They finally find peace and contentment in the new baker, Aimable, and his attractive young wife, Genevieve. However, when Genevieve is lured away by a handsome young gigolo, the middle-aged baker loses all zest for life and baking. When he refuses to bake, the villagers must work as a team to bring Aimable and Genevieve back together.

This delightful musical showcases a strong ensemble of featured roles and the opportunity for a female star. A lesser-known title, with a tuneful score and witty book, THE BAKER'S WIFE should turn out to be the "hidden gem" in your season of shows.

High School, University, College, Amateur, Professional

Ensemble Cast - Many featured roles, Older Role(s), Showcases trained singers, Star Vehicle - Female, Star Vehicle – Male

There is an ensemble of Villagers.

AIMABLE CASTAGNET A middle-aged baker. Jolly and warm-hearted.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: Ab2 - E4

ANTOINE A villager who doesn't think before he speaks. Honest and immature but sincere.
Male, 20-30 yrs old
Range: C3 - F4

BARNABY The surly, old butcher and ungrateful husband to Hortense.
Male, 30-50 yrs old
Range: A2 - F4

CLAUDE Denise's bossy husband and chummy cafe owner.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: A2 - F4

DENISE Settled cafe proprietor and loyal wife to Claude. She feels under-appreciated.
Female, 30-50 yrs old
Range: F#3 - F5

DOMINIQUE The handyman of M. le Marquis. Sexy, self-assured, love-crazed.
Male, 25-35 yrs old
Range: B2 - G4

GENEVIEVE CASTAGNET The unsatisfied baker's wife. A beautiful and caring heroine.
Female, 25-35 yrs old
Range: E3 - E5

HORTENSE The mistreated wife to Barnaby. Soft, faithful, loving.
Female, 30-50 yrs old
Range: B3 - F5

M. LE CURE A priest for the town of Concorde. Steadfast, scrupulous, and an extremist.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: C3 - F4

M. LE MARQUIS The wealthy town Mayor. A well-known womanizer and is highly involved with the community.
Male, 45-65 yrs old
Range: B2 - F#4

M. MARTINE A teacher. Opinionated, educated, well-voiced, and proactive.
Male, 40-60 yrs old
Range: B2 - F4

PHILIPPE Dominique's faithful friend. Plays guitar.
Male, 18-25 yrs old
Range: C3 - G4

THERESE An honest, simplistic spinster with a loving classic nature.
Female, 30-45 yrs old
Range: A3 - F5

LIBRETTO/VOCAL BOOK
PIANO CONDUCTOR ACT 1
PIANO CONDUCTOR ACT 2
FLUTE
OBOE
CLARINET
BASSOON