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Life of Galileo · Play

Characters in Life of Galileo

This page provides a complete list of characters in Life of Galileo, 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

Galileo Galilei
Male
Spoken
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Supporting

Andrea Sarti
Male
Spoken
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Virginia Galilei
Female
Spoken
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Ludovico Marsili
Male
Spoken
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Mrs. Sarti
Female
Spoken
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Mr. Priuli
Male
Spoken
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Sagredo
Male
Spoken
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Featured

Federzoni
Male
Spoken
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Cosimo de Medici
Male
Spoken
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Vanni
Male
Spoken
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The Cardinal Inquisitor
Male
Spoken
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Cardinal Baberini, later Pope Urban VIII
Male
Spoken
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The Little Monk
Male
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Father Christopher Clavius
Male
Spoken
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Cardinal Bellarmine
Male
Spoken
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The Doge
Male
Spoken
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Mr. Gaffone
Male
Spoken
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Filippo Mucius
Male
Spoken
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Senators
Male
Spoken
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The Court Chamberlain
Male
Spoken
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The Theologian
Male
Spoken
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The Mathematician
Male
Spoken
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Nuns (2)
Female
Spoken
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Soldiers (2)
Male
Spoken
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The Old Woman
Female
Spoken
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The Fat Prelate
Male
Spoken
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The Very Thin Monk
Male
Spoken
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Scholars (2)
Male
Spoken
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Monks (2)
Male
Spoken
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Astronomers (2)
Male
Spoken
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The Very Old Cardinal
Male
Spoken
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Clerical Secretaries (2)
Male
Spoken
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The Ballad Singer
Male
Spoken, Countertenor, Tenor, Baritone, Bass
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The Ballad Singer's Wife
Female
Spoken, Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto
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The High Official
Male
Spoken
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The Frontier Guard
Male
Spoken
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The Clerk
Male
Spoken
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Ensemble

An Individual
Male
Spoken
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