Trolls The Musical JR. offers a large, colorful cast with featured roles for confident singers, comic actors, dancers, and ensemble performers. With Trolls, Bergens, royalty, guards, reporters, bards, and multiple ensemble groups, this Broadway Junior musical is a strong choice for schools that want to involve a large group of students on stage.
Casting Note: Trolls The Musical JR. is listed as a large-cast show with 21 or more performers, a strong chorus, and many flexible featured roles for young performers.
Main Characters
Poppy
Queen of the Trolls, Poppy is optimistic, energetic, and full of can-do spirit. She sings, dances, acts, directs, writes, and inspires everyone around her. This is a strong lead role for a confident performer with bright stage presence.
Branch
Branch is Poppy’s more serious-minded counterpart. Though he can be pessimistic, he cares deeply about Poppy and the Trolls. This role works well for a performer who can balance sincerity, comedy, and character growth.
King Gristle
King Gristle is the likeable young Bergen monarch. He may be inexperienced as a ruler, but he has a good heart and a strong friendship with the Trolls. This role needs solid comic timing and a good connection with Bridget.
Chef
Chef is a scheming, over-the-top Bergen with a taste for Trolls. This is a fun villain role for a performer who can bring big personality, stage confidence, and comic energy.
Bridget
Bridget is a sweet, soft-spoken Bergen and a true romantic. Though she can be a little naïve, she is loyal, kind, and willing to go the extra mile to help King Gristle.
Marie Bergenette
Marie Bergenette is a spoiled princess from a powerful Bergen kingdom overseas. This is a bold featured role for a strong actor and singer who can command the stage with a larger-than-life personality.
Troll Characters
Biggie
Biggie is a large, cuddly Troll who is never far from his friend Mr. Dinkles. This is a fun role for a performer with warmth, humor, and strong character instincts.
Guy Diamond
Guy Diamond is a cheeky, glitter-covered Troll with a signature autotune voice. This role is great for a confident performer who enjoys comedy and physical character work.
Cooper
Cooper is a goofy Troll who loves parties and adds plenty of silliness to the story. This is a fun supporting role with strong comic potential.
Satin and Chenille
Satin and Chenille are conjoined fashionista Troll twins. These roles work well for two performers who can coordinate movement, timing, and big personality.
Smidge
Smidge is a tiny Troll who says what everyone else is thinking. This is a great featured role for a performer with strong comic delivery.
DJ Suki
DJ Suki is a hip, loyal team player who wears DJ headphones and brings musical energy to the Troll world.
Pyrotechnics Troll
Pyrotechnics Troll is a skilled but accident-prone technician who loves creating show-stopping theatrical moments.
Trilliam Trollspeare
Trilliam Trollspeare is the Troll version of William Shakespeare, offering a fun featured role with theatrical flair.
Bard Trolls 1, 2, 3, and 4
The Bard Trolls are excellent featured roles for students who can support the storytelling and add personality to the ensemble.
Bergen and Royal Characters
Echo
Echo is a member of the Royal Hype Crew and helps make sure every major announcement lands with epic impact.
Reporter 1 and Reporter 2
These TMZ-style field reporters or streamers are fun featured roles for performers with strong energy and clear delivery.
Advisor
The Advisor is a master of ambiguity, mostly because they want to keep their job. This role offers strong comic possibilities.
Royal Guard Chad and Royal Guard Todd
Royal Guard Chad and Royal Guard Todd are inseparable guards to King Gristle. They are supportive, funny, and know all the kingdom’s secrets.
Sous Chef and Deputy Sous Chef
Sous Chef and Deputy Sous Chef are Chef’s trusted employees and devoted followers. These are strong supporting roles for performers who can bring loyalty, comedy, and villain-sidekick energy.
Scullery Maid
The Scullery Maid encounters Marie Bergenette before anyone else in the castle. This is a smaller featured role that can still create a memorable stage moment.
Extreme Announcer
Extreme Announcer is a high-energy member of the Royal Hype Crew. This is a great featured role for a performer with big vocal energy and strong stage confidence.
Ensemble Roles
The ensemble in Trolls The Musical JR. can include Trolls, Bergens, the Royal Hype Crew, the Royal Entourage, Marie Bergenette’s Entourage, and the Crowd. These groups give directors many ways to involve students in singing, movement, comedy, and storytelling throughout the production.
Director Tip: Because Trolls The Musical JR. includes many ensemble groups, it can work especially well for schools with students at different experience levels. Stronger performers can take featured roles while newer students still participate meaningfully in the full production.
Need the Trolls The Musical JR. ShowKit?
If your school is ready to produce Trolls The Musical JR., Teton Music can help you order the official Broadway Junior ShowKit, understand the licensing timeline, and plan for extra actor scripts if your cast is larger than the included script quantity.
Not Sure How Many Scripts to Order?
Most Broadway Junior ShowKits include actor scripts, but larger casts often need additional copies. If you have more students than included scripts, or if you need copies for understudies, stage managers, or classroom use, extra actor scripts may be helpful.
Helpful guide: How Many Scripts Come With a Broadway Junior ShowKit?
FAQ: Trolls The Musical JR. Cast
How many roles are in Trolls The Musical JR.?
Trolls The Musical JR. includes 24 listed roles plus ensemble, making it a strong choice for schools with large casts.
Is Trolls The Musical JR. good for a large school cast?
Yes. Trolls The Musical JR. is designed with a large cast, strong chorus opportunities, and many featured ensemble roles.
Who are the main characters in Trolls The Musical JR.?
The main characters include Poppy, Branch, King Gristle, Chef, Bridget, Marie Bergenette, Biggie, Guy Diamond, Cooper, Satin, Chenille, Smidge, and DJ Suki.
Does Trolls The Musical JR. have ensemble opportunities?
Yes. The show includes Trolls, Bergens, the Royal Hype Crew, the Royal Entourage, Marie Bergenette’s Entourage, the Crowd, and other flexible ensemble roles.