Cast Size: Large (21 or More Performers)
Cast Type: Teens, Star Vehicle Male, Star Vehicle Female
Vocal Requirements: Contemporary Broadway-Style Singing
Dance Requirements: Moderate Movement and Ensemble Choreography
Between the Lines JR. Cast List
Between the Lines JR. features a large cast filled with contemporary teen characters, fantasy roles, and strong ensemble opportunities. Based on the bestselling novel by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer, this Broadway Junior musical blends heartfelt coming-of-age storytelling with magical fairy-tale adventure.
The show offers standout lead roles for both male and female performers while providing meaningful featured moments throughout the ensemble. With themes of identity, friendship, imagination, and self-confidence, Between the Lines JR. strongly connects with middle school and teen performers.
Main Characters
Delilah
Smart, compassionate, and deeply imaginative. Struggling to navigate her parents’ divorce and life at a new school, Delilah escapes into books where she finds comfort and understanding.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: F#3 - B5
Prince Oliver / Edgar
A charming fairy-tale prince who dreams of escaping the story written for him. The actor also portrays Edgar, the son of the author Jessamyn Jacobs, creating a powerful emotional connection between fantasy and reality.
Gender: Male
Vocal Range: G3 - F#5
Ms. Winx
The school librarian with a literary crush on Mr. Darcy from Pride and Prejudice. Sassy, confident, and encouraging, she helps Delilah find her voice.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: G#2 - B2
Ondine
A confident and independent mermaid who refuses to remain in the background. Ondine is one of the featured performers in “Do It For You.”
Vocal Range: Ab3 - C6
Princess Seraphima
The picture-perfect fairy-tale princess when the book is open, but selfish and dramatic once the story pauses. A comedic role with strong personality.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: B2 - D2
Jules
Confident, independent, and unapologetically authentic. Jules encourages others to embrace their individuality and live the story they choose for themselves.
Vocal Range: G2 - Bb3
Allie McAndrews
The queen bee of the school. Intelligent and manipulative, Allie uses her social power to bully Delilah and control her classmates.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: F3 - A4
Ryan
Allie’s easygoing boyfriend who tends to follow rather than think for himself. Ryan is loyal to Allie and her social circle.
Gender: Male
Vocal Range: G3 - B4
Janice
Allie’s loyal sidekick who participates in bullying to avoid becoming a target herself.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: A3 - C5
Martin
The social media mastermind of Allie’s friend group who enjoys spreading online rumors and mocking Delilah.
Gender: Male
Vocal Range: G3 - B4
Rapskullio
The classic fairy-tale villain who secretly turns out to be kindhearted and emotionally sensitive once the book closes.
Gender: Male
Vocal Range: E3 - A4
Grace
Delilah’s overwhelmed mother who is doing her best to navigate life during a difficult divorce.
Gender: Female
Frump
Prince Oliver’s loyal best friend who was cursed to become half dog by Rapskullio. He is hopelessly in love with Princess Seraphima.
Vocal Range: G3 - A4
Troll
A grunting monster character who secretly wishes he had a different role in the story.
Gender: Male
Queen Maureen
Prince Oliver’s royal mother. Refined and regal within the story, but hilariously outspoken when the book closes.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: F#3 - A4
Lady-In-Waiting
Attendant to Queen Maureen.
Gender: Female
Mrs. Brown
The school chemistry teacher.
Gender: Female
Jessamyn Jacobs
The author of Between the Lines and mother of Edgar. Intelligent, intuitive, and slightly quirky, she becomes an important figure in Delilah’s journey.
Gender: Female
Vocal Range: F3 - Bb4
Ensemble Roles
The ensemble in Between the Lines JR. plays a major role in bringing both the real world and fairy-tale world to life. Ensemble members may portray:
- Butterflies (Marjorie, Cecil, Alistair, Francine)
- Students
- “Inner Thoughts” Students
- Fairy-Tale Characters
- “Best Day Ever” Soloists
- Process Server
- Lunch Lady
- Mascot
- Marching Band
- Pixies
- Additional Pixies
- Merfolk
- Doctor
- Orderlies
Why Teachers Choose Between the Lines JR.
- Strong lead roles for both male and female performers
- Modern themes resonate with middle school and teen students
- Large cast opportunities with meaningful ensemble involvement
- Contemporary Broadway-style score students enjoy performing
- Excellent discussions around identity, belonging, and self-worth
- Creative fantasy staging opportunities for costumes and sets
Before You Order
Between the Lines JR. works especially well for schools with strong singers, expressive actors, and students interested in modern musical theatre storytelling. Directors should consider the show’s blend of realistic school scenes and fantasy-book sequences when planning costumes, staging, and technical elements.
