Teton Music provides this Fame Jr cast list to help school directors review roles, plan auditions, and choose the right Broadway Junior materials for middle school and teen performers.
Quick Details for Schools
- Cast Size: Medium (11 to 20 performers)
- Cast Type: Children / Teens
- Dance Requirements: Standard
- Best For: Schools with strong singers, dancers, actors, and students interested in performance-focused storytelling
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Get the Fame Jr ShowKitEligibility Who can purchase Fame Jr materials and perform this show?
Fame Jr is a Broadway Junior title intended for accredited schools using student performers. If you are a community theatre, children’s theatre, or a non-school program without an academic curriculum, your order may not be eligible.
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Fame Jr Cast of Characters
The Fame Jr cast list includes strong featured singers, dancers, actors, musicians, and ensemble performers. This show works especially well for schools with students who enjoy performance-centered storytelling, high-energy ensemble numbers, and roles that highlight different artistic strengths.
Quick Casting Insight: Fame Jr works best when you have a true triple-threat for Carmen, strong singers for Nick and Serena, confident dancers for Tyrone and Iris, and ensemble students capable of portraying a competitive performing arts school environment.
Nick Piazza
Nick Piazza is focused on learning the craft of “real” acting. He should feel mature, thoughtful, and artistically driven. Cast a strong singer and actor who can portray wisdom and emotional depth.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: Db4–F5
Serena Katz
Serena Katz loves being an artist and is equally interested in romance, especially with Nick. Serena should have a beautiful voice and strong acting instincts.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: G3–Eb5
Joe (José) Vegas
Joe Vegas is the class clown who loves performing everywhere he goes. This role relies more on comedic personality and energy than vocal perfection. Cast a fearless performer with natural comic timing.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: A#3–E5
Tyrone Jackson
Tyrone Jackson is talented but resists structure and authority. He shifts between a tough exterior and genuine vulnerability, especially around Iris. Tyrone is primarily a dancer, so prioritize movement ability and acting confidence.
Gender: Male
Carmen Diaz
Carmen Diaz believes she is destined for stardom and refuses to let anything stop her. This role demands a true triple threat with strong acting, singing, and dancing ability.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: A3–D5
Iris Kelly
Iris Kelly initially pretends to be wealthy and sophisticated before revealing her true self. Cast one of your strongest dancers who can also handle emotional acting moments.
Gender: Female
Mabel Washington
Mabel Washington loves performing but struggles with body image and confidence as a dancer. This role benefits from a soulful singer who can comfortably explore themes of self-worth and vulnerability onstage.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–E5
Schlomo Metzenbaum
Schlomo Metzenbaum is kindhearted and easygoing, trying to get along with everyone around him. Cast a solid actor and singer. It is a bonus if the performer can play piano.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C4–F5
Grace (Lambchops) Lamb
Grace “Lambchops” Lamb is a drummer with a lively, risk-taking personality. This featured role works best for a performer willing to fully commit to bold character choices.
Gender: Female
Goodman (Goody) King
Goodman “Goody” King is the third band member. This is a strong role for a younger student building confidence onstage.
Gender: Any
Miss Esther Sherman
Miss Esther Sherman, the English teacher, strongly believes academics are the foundation of a solid education. Cast a mature actress with a commanding speaking voice and strong vocals.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: G3–E5
Ms. Greta Bell
Ms. Greta Bell, the dance teacher, pushes students toward artistic excellence. This role works best with a natural leader who is both a strong singer and actor.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–E5
Mr. Myers
Mr. Myers, the acting teacher, may appear relaxed but expects total commitment from students. This non-singing role is a good challenge for a performer with rhythm, timing, and authority.
Gender: Male
Mr. Sheinkopf
Mr. Sheinkopf, the music teacher, adds comic relief while still demanding excellence. Though non-singing, this role requires strong rhythm and command during “Hard Work.”
Gender: Male
Acting Ensemble
The Acting Ensemble participates in Mr. Myers’s scenes and ensemble numbers. Cast strong singers, actors, and movers who can help create the atmosphere of a serious performing arts school.
Gender: Any
Music Ensemble
The Music Ensemble appears in music scenes and ensemble numbers throughout the show. Cast strong singers and actors, and highlight any students who can play instruments live.
Gender: Any
Dance Ensemble
The Dance Ensemble carries some of the most demanding ensemble work in the show. Cast confident dancers who can sing and appear comfortable in a performing arts school dance environment.
Gender: Any
Why Teachers Choose Fame Jr
- Allows schools to highlight singers, dancers, actors, and instrumentalists within one production.
- Performance-school setting creates natural opportunities for large ensemble participation.
- Strong featured roles like Carmen, Nick, Serena, Tyrone, Iris, and Mabel provide standout opportunities for advanced students.
- Dance-heavy sequences help showcase choreography and student movement ability.
- Themes of ambition, growth, discipline, and artistic identity connect strongly with teen performers.
Ready to Move From Casting to Production?
Once you’ve reviewed the Fame Jr cast list, Teton Music makes it easy to get the official ShowKit your school needs for auditions, rehearsals, and production planning.
Shop Fame Jr ShowKitHow to Cast Fame Jr Successfully
- Prioritize a true triple-threat performer for Carmen Diaz.
- Choose dancers who can also act naturally for Tyrone, Iris, and the Dance Ensemble.
- Look for strong chemistry between Nick and Serena.
- Use the ensembles to showcase a variety of student talents, including live musicians when possible.
- Focus on believable artistic passion and commitment rather than perfect polish.
Before You Order
If you're considering Fame Jr for your school, reviewing the cast list is the most important first step. This helps determine whether the dance demands, vocal requirements, acting intensity, and performance-school structure fit your students.
As a trusted Broadway Junior supplier, Teton Music helps schools move from planning to production with clear product options, fast turnaround, and personal support when questions come up.
- Do you have strong dancers comfortable with featured choreography?
- Can your cast support multiple featured vocalists?
- Would your students connect with a performance arts school setting?
- Do you have students who can portray emotional growth and artistic ambition convincingly?
Important School Licensing Note
Broadway Junior titles are licensed for accredited school programs using student performers. Orders are reviewed for eligibility, and performance rights must be handled properly before presenting the show.
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FAQ: Is Fame Jr a good choice for middle school theatre programs?
Yes. Fame Jr works especially well for middle school and junior high theatre programs with strong singers, dancers, actors, and students interested in performance-focused storytelling.
FAQ: Is Fame Jr dance-heavy?
Fame Jr includes important dance sequences, especially for Tyrone, Iris, and the Dance Ensemble, but schools can adapt choreography levels to fit their student abilities.
FAQ: What role is most important to cast well?
Carmen Diaz is often considered the most demanding role because she requires strong acting, singing, and dancing skills simultaneously.