Overview
Character Name
Pa
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Adult, Mature Adult
Role Size
Supporting
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Baritone
Vocal Technique
Legit, Gospel
Time & Place
Rural Georgia, 1909-1945
Analysis
Pa, whose real name is Alphonso, is the widower stepfather of Celie and Nettie. Upon the death of their mother, Pa diverted his sexual attention to Celie, the older of the sisters, and continually rapes her. Through Celie, Pa has two children, Adam and Olivia, whom he gives
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