Joy of Living

An ambitious, hardworking star of the musical Glamour who carries the weight of her family's debt. She is torn between her commitment to the stage and her growing romance with Dan. Her arc moves from dutiful provider to someone who must choose between paradise and the stage.

A wealthy, charming socialite who pursues Maggie with persistent, carefree zeal. He embodies a lifestyle of privilege and indulgence, offering Maggie an escape from financial pressures. His dream of Paradise Island tests Maggie's dedication to her career and to him.

Maggie's father, a well-meaning but spendthrift patriarch who has lavished money on antiques and the family home. He relies on Maggie's success to support the family, illustrating the pressure of looming debt and familial obligation. His perspective represents the generational tension between duty and indulgence.

Maggie's mother, involved in managing the household and social expectations. She helps shore up the family’s status even as financial strains mount. Her stance reflects the traditional role of maintaining appearances amid economic pressure.

Maggie's sister and understudy who shares the family theater world. She stands in Maggie's shadow professionally while supporting her sister emotionally, and her husband Bert represents the contrasting, less ambitious path.

Salina's work-shy husband who relies on others' success rather than pursuing his own, highlighting the life of ease versus ambition within the family dynamic. His presence underscores the contrast between Maggie's hard work and domestic stagnation.