ON STAGE! "CINDERELLA kids"
Character Descriptions
So many FUN characters in this BIG show!
Cinderella
Cinderella is the heroine of the show. She is a strong-willed girl with enormous FAITH. Cinderella believes that, in time, good things happen to good people, and deep down she knows her day will come. She does not resent her Stepfamily - she is aware of their social and emotional limitations. She sings a beautiful ballad.
Gender: Female
Stepsisters
The Stepsisters are two strong actresses with excellent comedic timing and physical comedy skills. ANASTASIA works well when played as spoiled rotten and not very bright. She's used to getting her way and throws a fit whenever she hears the word "no." DRIZELLA works well as the bully of the two. Although both Stepsisters hate Cinderella equally, Drizella is more likely to be the one that starts a fight with her. There are no solos for the Stepsisters, but must be strong actors.
Gender: Female
Stepmother
Stepmother is the mother to Anastasia and Drizella and the stepmother to Cinderella. She is cold, cruel, and calculating. She is unhappy with her place in life and is determined to use her daughters to get where she wants to be: the Palace. She is threatened by Cinderella's kindness and the effect it has on people. No solo work is required of this character, but must be a strong, older looking actor. Her stature must be taller than the stepsisters and Cinderella.
Gender: Female
Perla
Perla is the most mature of the mice and is always ready to straighten out a mess. She will have a maternal instinct about her. She is often near Gus, helping him on his way. This role requires a strong mover and character actor. The actress must not only move like a mouse, but also talk and sing like a mouse. There are solo singing lines for this role.
Gender: Female
Jaq
Jaq (pronounced Jacques) is Luke's partner in crime. A happy, playful mouse, he/she is always eager to help. Jaq has the most solo lines of all the mice, so needs to be a strong singer. This role requires a strong mover and character actor. The actor should be able to move, talk, and sing like a mouse. Jaq can be played by a boy or a girl.
Gender: Both
Luke
Luke is Jaq's partner in crime. Even though he is just as playful as Jaq, he/she is more level-headed, fiercely loyal to Cinderella. Luke gets the most upset when the Stepfamily is mean to Cinderella. This role requires a strong mover and character actor. There are no solos for Luke, but he/she will be a strong actor. The actor playing Luke should be able to move, talk, and sing like a mouse. Luke can be played by a boy or a girl.
Gender: Both
Gus
Gus is the most innocent of the mice and Cinderella's biggest fan. Often simple, shy and fearful, Gus responds immediately when Cinderella calls to him/her. Given the additional characteristics of this famous mouse, an exceptionally strong mover and character actor will be cast in this part. There are only a handful of sung solo lines. This actor should also be able to take on the characteristics of a mouse. Gus can be played by a boy or a girl.
Gender: Both
Other Mice/Courtyard Animals
There will be a delightful group of additional mice and courtyard animals including butterflies, bees, squirrels and other fun animals. The Mice are used in several numbers and can double as Villagers in the opening. Strong movers, even gymnasts, will be cast for these roles. There will be endless opportunities to incorporate tumbling and more intricate choreography with the mice/animal ensemble. Strong singers needed here to help fill out the sound of the singing mice in the big numbers.
Gender: Both
Fairy Godmother
The Fairy Godmother is the quintessential female mentor. She is kind, gentle and loving, yet strong and extremely capable. Her goal is to help Cinderella succeed by teaching her how much power she has within herself. An actress will be cast who can portray the maturity of a maternal figure. Fairy Godmother sings "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo," so a strong singer must be cast in this role.
Gender: Female
Narrators
The Narrators are VERY IMPORTANT storytellers--the show's plot and the actions and reactions of the characters are expressed. Good narration looks easy, but requires strong actors. Actors will be cast that are mature enough to stand for long periods of time. Clear, strong voices with good diction are a must.
Gender: Both
Town Criers
The Town Criers are pivotal in all "royal announcements." Actors will be cast who can project their voices well for these featured roles that require no solos.
Gender: Both
King
The King is a parent who just wants his child to be happy. The King throws the royal ball so his son, the Prince, can meet a potential mate. Once the Prince meets and then loses Cinderella, the King does everything in his power to help his son find her again. This role requires an actor who can portray the stature of a king and the caring of a father. No solo singing is required for this part.
Gender: Male
Prince
The Prince is a young man who is not happy with his duty to find a bride. At the royal ball, he is bored and petulant. The Prince's world changes when he finally meets Cinderella. No solo singing is required in this role. An actor will be cast who can portray the Prince's longing as he searches for Cinderella.
Gender: Male
Grand Duke
The Grand Duke is clearly the brains behind the royal family. He knows how much he is needed by the royal family and thinks very highly of himself. This role will be cast with an actor who has good comedic timing. No solo singing is required.
Gender: Male
Herald
The Herald is a wonderful sidekick to the Grand Duke and is a good featured role. Because there are several key moments in the show that rely on the timing of the Herald (e.g., the shoe fitting), an actor will be cast that is a responsible actor in this role. No solo singing is required, but comedic timing is a must.
Gender: Both
Ensemble/Villagers in the Kingdom of Cinderella
The Ensemble in Cinderella is used quite often. Strong singers and dancers are needed for "The Tale of Cinderella," "The Ball," "Cinderella/Dream Finale," and "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Bows." This ensemble will create unique characters for all the villagers in the kingdom.
Gender: Both
Cinderella
Cinderella is the heroine of the show. She is a strong-willed girl with enormous FAITH. Cinderella believes that, in time, good things happen to good people, and deep down she knows her day will come. She does not resent her Stepfamily - she is aware of their social and emotional limitations. She sings a beautiful ballad.
Gender: Female
Stepsisters
The Stepsisters are two strong actresses with excellent comedic timing and physical comedy skills. ANASTASIA works well when played as spoiled rotten and not very bright. She's used to getting her way and throws a fit whenever she hears the word "no." DRIZELLA works well as the bully of the two. Although both Stepsisters hate Cinderella equally, Drizella is more likely to be the one that starts a fight with her. There are no solos for the Stepsisters, but must be strong actors.
Gender: Female
Stepmother
Stepmother is the mother to Anastasia and Drizella and the stepmother to Cinderella. She is cold, cruel, and calculating. She is unhappy with her place in life and is determined to use her daughters to get where she wants to be: the Palace. She is threatened by Cinderella's kindness and the effect it has on people. No solo work is required of this character, but must be a strong, older looking actor. Her stature must be taller than the stepsisters and Cinderella.
Gender: Female
Perla
Perla is the most mature of the mice and is always ready to straighten out a mess. She will have a maternal instinct about her. She is often near Gus, helping him on his way. This role requires a strong mover and character actor. The actress must not only move like a mouse, but also talk and sing like a mouse. There are solo singing lines for this role.
Gender: Female
Jaq
Jaq (pronounced Jacques) is Luke's partner in crime. A happy, playful mouse, he/she is always eager to help. Jaq has the most solo lines of all the mice, so needs to be a strong singer. This role requires a strong mover and character actor. The actor should be able to move, talk, and sing like a mouse. Jaq can be played by a boy or a girl.
Gender: Both
Luke
Luke is Jaq's partner in crime. Even though he is just as playful as Jaq, he/she is more level-headed, fiercely loyal to Cinderella. Luke gets the most upset when the Stepfamily is mean to Cinderella. This role requires a strong mover and character actor. There are no solos for Luke, but he/she will be a strong actor. The actor playing Luke should be able to move, talk, and sing like a mouse. Luke can be played by a boy or a girl.
Gender: Both
Gus
Gus is the most innocent of the mice and Cinderella's biggest fan. Often simple, shy and fearful, Gus responds immediately when Cinderella calls to him/her. Given the additional characteristics of this famous mouse, an exceptionally strong mover and character actor will be cast in this part. There are only a handful of sung solo lines. This actor should also be able to take on the characteristics of a mouse. Gus can be played by a boy or a girl.
Gender: Both
Other Mice/Courtyard Animals
There will be a delightful group of additional mice and courtyard animals including butterflies, bees, squirrels and other fun animals. The Mice are used in several numbers and can double as Villagers in the opening. Strong movers, even gymnasts, will be cast for these roles. There will be endless opportunities to incorporate tumbling and more intricate choreography with the mice/animal ensemble. Strong singers needed here to help fill out the sound of the singing mice in the big numbers.
Gender: Both
Fairy Godmother
The Fairy Godmother is the quintessential female mentor. She is kind, gentle and loving, yet strong and extremely capable. Her goal is to help Cinderella succeed by teaching her how much power she has within herself. An actress will be cast who can portray the maturity of a maternal figure. Fairy Godmother sings "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo," so a strong singer must be cast in this role.
Gender: Female
Narrators
The Narrators are VERY IMPORTANT storytellers--the show's plot and the actions and reactions of the characters are expressed. Good narration looks easy, but requires strong actors. Actors will be cast that are mature enough to stand for long periods of time. Clear, strong voices with good diction are a must.
Gender: Both
Town Criers
The Town Criers are pivotal in all "royal announcements." Actors will be cast who can project their voices well for these featured roles that require no solos.
Gender: Both
King
The King is a parent who just wants his child to be happy. The King throws the royal ball so his son, the Prince, can meet a potential mate. Once the Prince meets and then loses Cinderella, the King does everything in his power to help his son find her again. This role requires an actor who can portray the stature of a king and the caring of a father. No solo singing is required for this part.
Gender: Male
Prince
The Prince is a young man who is not happy with his duty to find a bride. At the royal ball, he is bored and petulant. The Prince's world changes when he finally meets Cinderella. No solo singing is required in this role. An actor will be cast who can portray the Prince's longing as he searches for Cinderella.
Gender: Male
Grand Duke
The Grand Duke is clearly the brains behind the royal family. He knows how much he is needed by the royal family and thinks very highly of himself. This role will be cast with an actor who has good comedic timing. No solo singing is required.
Gender: Male
Herald
The Herald is a wonderful sidekick to the Grand Duke and is a good featured role. Because there are several key moments in the show that rely on the timing of the Herald (e.g., the shoe fitting), an actor will be cast that is a responsible actor in this role. No solo singing is required, but comedic timing is a must.
Gender: Both
Ensemble/Villagers in the Kingdom of Cinderella
The Ensemble in Cinderella is used quite often. Strong singers and dancers are needed for "The Tale of Cinderella," "The Ball," "Cinderella/Dream Finale," and "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Bows." This ensemble will create unique characters for all the villagers in the kingdom.
Gender: Both