Scroll down to find the show you are looking for! This page includes cast descriptions for Frozen JR, Beauty & the Beast JR, Lion King JR, Rendalina – or from Rags to Riches and Back Again
Beauty And The Beast Cast Descriptions
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Belle is a smart, confident young woman from a small village. Must be a strong singer and actress who is able to stand up to Gaston while showing compassion for Maurice, the Servants and eventually the Beast.
Gender: femaleVocal range top: F5Vocal range bottom: G3 -
The Beast is a young prince who was hideously transformed by the Enchantress’ s spell. This is a complex character: a dictator, a hurt child, a hero, a defender and a smitten prince.
Gender: maleVocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: B3 -
The Narrators are non-singing roles. The script is written to feature four Narrators, however, Not Just Dance may make more or less depending on the needs of the show. Must be strong actors that have a commanding story telling voice, as they guide the focus and pace of this beautiful tale.
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The Old Beggar Woman/Enchantress should be portrayed by an actor with a flair for the visually dramatic as this is a non-speaking role. Her transformation in the Prologue needs to entice the audience into the story.
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Gaston is pompous and dim-witted and will do whatever it takes to win Belle’s hand. Gaston has all the confidence in the world but lacks the humility to balance it. He has to be able to sell his big eponymous number with gusto and arrogance as well as lead the Villagers in “The Mob Song.”
Gender: male
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3 -
Maurice is an aging and eccentric inventor, but more importantly, the adoring and protective father of Belle. A student can have fun interpreting this “crazy old man” while conveying some very strong emotions: fear and fatherly love.
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Lefou is Gaston’s equally dim-witted lackey. This character needs to be Gaston’s foil and should double the laughs for them both.
Gender: maleVocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: B3 -
Les Filles De La Ville are in love with Gaston and will do almost anything just to be near him.
Gender: femaleVocal range top: F5Vocal range bottom: C4 -
Lumiere is a confident, charming French mâitre’d who (under the enchantress’s spell) is becoming a candelabra. He has an incessant bickering rapport with Cogsworth. Lumiere must be a strong singer/actor who can light up the stage in “Be Our Guest.” This role covers a range of emotions from charming entertainer to brave soldier.
Gender: any (however, will be played as a male character)Vocal range top: D5Vocal range bottom: A3 -
Cogsworth is the British major-domo of the castle who is becoming a clock. Like all of the castle’s Servants, he shows a fatherly compassion for Belle yet is perfectly submissive to the master, the Beast. Cogsworth enjoys feeling like the boss and has no problem “getting into it” with Lumiere.
Gender: any (however, must portray a male character)Vocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: A3 -
Mrs. Potts is the castle’s endearing cook who is becoming a teapot. The actor must be able to convey comforting, maternal qualities amidst the chaos that is breaking out in the castle.
Gender: femaleVocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: F3 -
Chip is Mrs. Potts’s son who is becoming a teacup. Chip has a wonderful naïveté that endears him to all of the Servants and has the spirit of a child.
Gender: any (however, the character will be a boy)Vocal range top: D5Vocal range bottom: D4 -
Madame De La Grande Bouche is an opera singer who is becoming a wardrobe. Madame is larger-than-life in everything she does, including her singing and dancing. She is the ultimate diva with a heart with an outsized personality and voice.
Gender: femaleVocal range top: C5Vocal range bottom: A3 -
Babette is the maid of the castle who is turning into a feather duster. She misses the finer things in life. Babette is happy to be at Belle’s service at a moment’s notice, but her true heart comes through in “Human Again.”
Gender: femaleVocal range top: B4Vocal range bottom: A3 -
Monsieur D’Arque is a sinister townsman who works for Gaston.
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The Servants of the castle can include Statues, a Dust Pan, Flatware, Plates, an Egg Timer, Napkins, a Carpet, Salt & Pepper Shakers and any other household (or castle hold items) that we can imagine. These enchanted characters are the Rockettes of the castle.
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The Villagers are the inhabitants of Belle’s town. There are some featured solos and lines that will come from this ensemble (Bookseller, Baker, etc.). The group must provide vocal power throughout the show and dance in the production numbers. So, these actors must be able to sing and dance and show us amazing characters.
Frozen Cast Descriptions
Frozen Cast Description
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Young Anna, Middle Anna, and Anna are all the young Princess of Arendelle at different ages. Filled with a tremendous amount of light, energy, and love, Anna is a hopelessly optimistic extrovert at all ages, but as she grows older, she longs for connection with others, especially her sister, Elsa.
Gender: femaleVocal range top: D5Vocal range bottom: A3 -
Young Elsa, Middle Elsa, and Elsa are all the elder Princess of Arendelle at different ages. Next in line for the throne, Elsa has been born with magical powers that can overwhelm her when she becomes afraid and harm others if not handled with care. Fearful of hurting anyone, especially her beloved sister, Anna, Elsa becomes anxious and withdrawn as she grows older, before eventually learning to take control of, and become confident in, her powers which she masterfully uses to manipulate the Snow Chorus.
Gender: femaleVocal range top: C#5Vocal range bottom: A3 -
The warm-hearted ruler of Arendelle is committed to protecting both his family and the Townspeople from his eldest daughter’s powers.
Gender: male -
The queen possesses a sense of rightness and kindness that guides her in her protection of her two young girls. A daughter of the Northern Nomads, this queen has the ability to communicate with the Hidden Folk of the mountains and so understands Elsa’s powers deeply.
Gender: female -
Pabbie and Bulda are the mystical leaders of the Hidden Folk who have a soft spot for “strays.” Ever-benevolent, these parental figures want what’s best for Kristoff, even if they are a bit misguided in their efforts.
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The bishop officiates the coronation and passing of the crown to Elsa. This spiritual supervisor must communicate to the Townspeople of Arendelle in a serious and formal manner.
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Kristoff is a hardworking ice harvester. Kristoff has a sarcastic veneer and a rough-around-the-edges exterior that hides a big heart. Taken in by the Hidden Folk when he was young, he loves Pabbie and Bulda dearly, but is a bit of a loner with a reindeer for a best friend- until he meets Anna.
Gender: MaleVocal range top: A3Vocal range bottom: G2 -
Sven is a reindeer of few words, fiercely loyal pal to Kristoff, and loves giving the ice harvester a hard time.
Gender: anyVocal range top: A4Vocal range bottom: A3 -
The ambitious Prince of the Southern Isles and overlooked thirteenth son of a king. Hans constantly strives to find a way to make good and stand out. He boasts an exceedingly charming facade that fools everyone – including Anna and, ideally, the audience! – into believing he’s Prince Charming, when really, he’s just a jerk.
Gender: maleVocal range top: B3Vocal range bottom: G2 -
A visiting duke who possesses a huge inferiority complex. A bombastic, overbearing sycophant, Weselton’s sole purpose is to hobnob with influencers and royalty.
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The magical snowman created by Anna and Elsa when they were young. Olaf is endearingly delighted by everything – especially the idea of summer. Goofy and sweet, Olaf possess a childlike innocence and excellent comic timing.
Gender: maleVocal range top: D4Vocal range bottom: F#2 -
An exceedingly cheerful and convivial wandering salesperson and ardent devotee to all things cozy and comfortable.
Gender: any -
Includes the following roles: Townspeople, Snow Chorus, Hidden Folk, Castle Staff, Housekeeper, Butler, Handmaiden, Cook, Steward, Guards, Summer Chorus, Oaken’s Family
Gender: any
Lion King Cast Descriptions
Lion King Cast Descriptions
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A wise mandrill who acts as healer of the Pridelands and guides Simba on his journey home. She is an omniscient character, evincing an air of mystery. Rafiki has significant solos in “Circle of Life” and “He Lives in You,” and leads the African chants throughout the show.Gender: femaleVocal range top: C5Vocal range bottom: A3
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The strong, honorable, and wise lion who leads the Pridelands. Mufasa should command respect onstage and also show tenderness with his son, Simba.Gender: maleVocal range top: C5Vocal range bottom: B3
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A featured lioness, Mufasa’s mate, and Simba’s mother. Sarabi has a few key speaking lines for an actor who can deliver the care and command of a queen.Gender: female
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The anxious yet loyal assistant to Mufasa who is always busy trying to do his duty.
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The antagonist of the show, overcome with jealousy of his brother, Mufasa, and nephew, Simba. Coldhearted and wickedly intelligent, he will stop at nothing to become king of the Pridelands.Vocal range top: A4Vocal range bottom: A3
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The protagonist of the story, is an adventurous and endearing cub who can’t wait to be king of the Pridelands. Simba is playful, energetic, and naive, but after his father Mufasa’s death, Simba struggles with shame and his destiny.Vocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: B3
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Grows from a cub to lion in “Hakuna Matata.” Older Simba has more complex moments as he reunites with Nala, mourns his father, and returns to confront Scar.Vocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: B3
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The fierce hunters of the Pridelands and featured in “The Lioness Hunt,” “The Mourning,” and “Shadowland.”Gender: female
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A courageous lion and Young Simba’s best friend. She is not afraid to speak her mind.Gender: femaleVocal range top: C5Vocal range bottom: A3
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Grows from a cub to a lioness before she confronts Scar. Simba’s best friend.Vocal range top: E5Vocal range bottom: G3
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A featured lioness and Nala’s mother.Gender: female
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One of Scar’s hyenas who plot to take over the Pridelands. She is the sassy one of the trio and is always looking out for herself. With Banzai and Ed, she should be able to laugh loudly and long, as well as be menacing to Young Simba and Young Nala.Gender: Any
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A slick yet childish hyena who works for Scar. He would be the leader of the group if hyenas weren’t so lazy. As banzai is always featured with Shenzi and Ed.Gender: Any
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The third member of Scar’s trio of lackeys. He has a loud, cackling laugh that is his only form of communication.Gender: Any
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Scar’s army, helping carry out his evil plot to take over the Pridelands. Hyenas are mangy, mindless creatures who sing in “Be Prepared.”Gender: any
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An outcast meerkat who lives in the jungle with Pumbaa. He is afraid of his own shadow, but pretends to be the confident, relaxed leader of the duo. Timon is one of the funniest characters in the show and needs to understand comic timing.Vocal range top: B4Vocal range bottom: B3
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A kindhearted, sensitive warthog who enjoys his simple life of grubs and relaxation.Gender: anyVocal range top: G5Vocal range bottom: D4
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The ensemble plays various inhabitants of the Pridelands, such as giraffes, elephants, antelopes, wildebeest, and other creatures.
Rendalina Cast Description
OLIK: A Jester in His Majesty’s court
WEZA: A Jester in His Majesty’s court
RENDALINA: The Stepdaughter forced to be sad
POUTI: A Stepsister of Rendalina
WHINI: A Stepsister of Rendalina
STEPMOTHER: A Mother of 2 spoiled kids. Also, Stepmother to Rendalina
CONNIE: An Alien Godmother
AXE: A substitute
MARIA: An apprentice
JELLIWOP: A king who doesn’t want the title
QUINDOLTON: A right hand to the King
BETINI: A princess and younger sister of the King
HEARYE: A Squire in His Majesty’s cour