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  1. Show Guides
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  3. The Farnsworth Invention
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  5. Character Breakdowns

The Farnsworth Invention · Play

Characters in The Farnsworth Invention

This page provides a complete list of characters in The Farnsworth Invention, organized by part size for quick reference. Each role links to a full StageAgent character breakdown featuring a detailed analysis of the character’s function in the story, key traits, and major moments. Performers will find audition suggestions along with practical details such as vocal range, playing age, movement or dance requirements, and casting considerations. Many roles also include video examples to support research and performance preparation. Whether you’re preparing an audition, planning casting, teaching the show, or simply exploring the world of the production, this section offers a clear guide to every role.

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Lead

David Sarnoff
Male
Non-singer
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Philo Farnsworth
Male
Non-singer
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Supporting

Pem Farnsworth
Female
Non-singer
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Featured

Russian Officer
Male
Non-singer
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Man #1
Male
Non-singer
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Wachtel
Male
Non-singer
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Simms
Male
Non-singer
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Chairman
Male
Non-singer
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Atkins
Male
Non-singer
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Wilkins
Male
Non-singer
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William Crocker
Male
Non-singer
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Mr. Gardner
Male
Non-singer
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Mrs. Gardner
Female
Non-singer
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Betty Jordan
Female
Non-singer
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Harlan Honn
Male
Non-singer
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Actors
Either Gender
Non-singer
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Photographer
Male
Non-singer
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Maitre D’
Male
Non-singer
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Waiter
Male
Non-singer
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Trader
Male
Non-singer
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Sales Rep
Male
Non-singer
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Analyst
Male
Non-singer
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Chairman
Male
Non-singer
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Advisor
Male
Non-singer
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Man #1
Male
Non-singer
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Bankers
Male
Non-singer
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Broker
Male
Non-singer
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Louis
Male
Non-singer
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Joseph Schenck
Male
Non-singer
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Bartender
Male
Non-singer
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Doctors
Male
Non-singer
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Usher
Either Gender
Non-singer
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Man
Male
Non-singer
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Mina Edison
Female
Non-singer
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Stenographer
Female
Non-singer
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Judge
Male
Non-singer
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Ensemble

Young Philo
Male
Non-singer
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Justin Tolman
Male
Non-singer
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Young Sarnoff
Male
Non-singer
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George Everson
Male
Non-singer
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Leslie Gorell
Female
Non-singer
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Jim Harbord
Male
Non-singer
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Lizette Sarnoff
Female
Non-singer
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Cliff Gardner
Male
Non-singer
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Agnes
Female
Non-singer
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Stan Willis
Male
Non-singer
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Walter Gifford
Male
Non-singer
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Ridley
Male
Non-singer
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James
Male
Non-singer
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Lennox
Male
Non-singer
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Solomon
Male
Non-singer
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Mary Pickford
Female
Non-singer
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Douglas Fairbanks
Male
Non-singer
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Vladimir Zworykin
Male
Non-singer
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Donald Lippincott
Male
Non-singer
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Lawyer
Male
Non-singer
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