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X, The Life and Times of Malcolm X · Opera

Characters in X, The Life and Times of Malcolm X

This page provides a complete list of characters in X, The Life and Times of Malcolm X, 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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Neighbor / Malcolm’s Sweetheart / Teen / Muslim / Pilgrim
Female
Soprano
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Lead

Malcolm
Male
Baritone
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Street / Elijah
Male
Tenor
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Supporting

Louise / Betty
Female
Soprano
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Ella
Female
Mezzo-Soprano
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Reginald
Male
Bass-Baritone
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Social Worker / The Blonde / Girlfriend / Reporter
Female
Soprano
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Garvey Preacher / Father / Player / Inmate / Orator / Muslim
Male
Baritone
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Featured

Young Malcolm Little
Male
Treble/Boy Soprano, Alto
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Neighbor / Woman Preacher / Muslim / Pilgrim
Female
Mezzo-Soprano
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Ensemble

Player / Inmate / Youth / Muslim
Male
Tenor
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Blind Man / Salesman / Player / Inmate / Numbers Runner / Muslim / Pilgrim (1-2)
Male
Bass
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Neighbor / Preacher / Player / Inmate / Youth / Muslim / Pilgrim
Male
Baritone
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Neighbor / Laborer / Player / Inmate / Boyfriend / Muslim / Pilgrim (2)
Male
Baritone
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Neighbor / Bootblack / Laborer/ Player / Inmate / Paper Peddler / Muslim / Pilgrim (2)
Male
Tenor
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Neighbor / Businesswoman / Beautician / Queen Mother / Mother / Muslim / Pilgrim (2-3)
Female
Mezzo-Soprano
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Policeman / Guard / Pilgrim / Reporter (2-3)
Male
Tenor
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Young Reginald Little / Muslim Boy
Male
Non-singer, Silent
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Yvonne Little / Muslim Girl
Female
Non-singer, Silent
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Hilda Little / Muslim Girl
Female
Non-singer, Silent
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Clothes Salesman / Dope Fiend / Muslim
Male
Non-singer
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Teen / Dancer / Student / Muslim (2)
Either Gender
Non-singer
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Young Woman / Dancer / Muslim
Female
Non-singer
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Policeman / Guard / Pilgrim / Photographer
Male
Non-singer
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