Theater for Young Audiences
Serving Sheboygan County Schools and Families since 1989
Character Descriptions
Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.
GREG HEFLEY– Male
11 year-old, first year middle-schooler, driven with a burning desire to achieve popularity and acclaim at any and all costs. Equal parts cocky and insecure, Greg’s single-focus on popularity often makes him short-sighted and immature, almost costing him his closest friendship. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, unchanged singing voice.
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ROWLEY JEFFERSON- Male
11 year-old, first year middle-schooler, with a determinedly sunny disposition and über positive outlook on life. Almost blindly devoted to Greg, but ultimately capable of standing up for himself. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, unchanged singing voice.
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RODRICK HEFLEY- Male
Sullen, sarcastic 16 year-old, older brother of Greg, and his main tormentor. Brash and obnoxious, Rodrick is the front-man of the heavy-metal, garage band; Löded Diper and delights in torturing Greg and taxing their parents goodwill. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, singing voice.
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FRANK HEFFLEY- Male
Greg’s put-upon father, who possesses an interest in U.S. history and a deep distrust of teenagers. Uncomfortable speaking with tweens, Frank is always trying to toughen Greg up and get him to “go be active,” perhaps in an effort to keep his son from following in his own wimpy footsteps. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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SUSAN HEFFLEY- Female
Greg’s chipper, loving, and overly-supportive mother, Susan is a former Pre-school teacher who is constantly looking for “teachable moments” with her boys. Though she always sees the best in her kids (sometimes blinding her to reality), she is also quick to become the household disciplinarian when necessary. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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MANNY HEFFLEY- Male
Impossibly adorable and spoiled baby brother of Greg and Rodrick. Manny enjoys exalted status as his parents dote on him and make constant excuses for his behavior. Strong comedic young performer of any gender, to portray a toddler.
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CHIRAG GUPTA- Male
Greg’s quick-witted and wily classmate, who is enthusiastically engaged in a years-long prank-battle with Greg. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful unchanged singing voice.
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PATTY FARRELL- Female
Ambitious, driven, and overachieving classmate of Greg. Always out to best him at every turn since he poured glitter-glue down her back in second grade, Patty sees success as the only destination. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful singing voice.
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FREGLEY- Male
Greg’s deeply odd-ball classmate, who is sensitive to sugar and unapologetically interested in his own boogers. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, unchanged singing voice.
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BRYCE ANDERSON- Male
Dreamboat classmate of Greg’s, who enjoys unfettered adoration and popularity. Infamous for his cutting remarks and cute-butt status, Bryce has hit his growth-spurt early and presents as more mature than many of his peers. Strong, comedic young performer and singer.
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JOSHIE- Male
European teen pop star and Rowley’s idol. A cross between a boy-band star and KidsBop performer, Joshie is obviously manufactured to make responsibility sound cool to 6-8 year old girls. His motto: follow your dreams and respect your parents! Strong, comedic young performer and singer with pop chops.
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CHRIS/CHRISTINE HOSEY & LIONEL/LEONA JAMES- Male/Female
Two of the most unpopular and nerdy kids in Middle School. Strong, comedic young performer and singers.
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PAULENE & YVETTE- Female
Patty Farrell’s minions. They like what she likes and dislike whatever she dislikes – aka Greg. They are perfect in every way, but always look up to Patty. Strong, comedic young performer and singers.
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CLAIRE- Female
A ‘Wednesday Addams’-lite, goth-in-training middle schooler. Claire is the keeper of the lore of the Cheese Touch and takes it upon herself to make sure nobody starts the dreaded curse again. Strong, comedic young performer and singer.
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MR. WINSKY- Male
Faculty advisor of the school’s ‘Safety Patrol.’ He takes his job super seriously, as though he’s head of the FBI or Special Ops. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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BILL WALTER- Male
35 year-old, unemployed rocker dude who still lives with his folks and plays in Rodrick’s high school band, Löded Diper. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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MRS. CLAYTON- Female
Greg’s no-nonsense English teacher. Loves to host the Winter Talent Show every year.
Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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FREGLEY'S MOM- Female
A creepy, frail, and occasionally terrifying elderly woman. She could be a ghost. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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ENSEMBLE-
Charlie Davis, Mr. Underwood, Vice Principal Roy, Mr. Scampywinkle, Mr. Huff, Students, Teachers, Lunch Lady, Reporters, Popular Girls, Neighbors, Teen Hooligans, Gang Kid, Teen Thugs, Fashionistas, Band Members, Audience Kids, Joshie Girls, Safety Patrol Officers, Kindergarteners, Cartoon Kids, Cartoon Doctor, Cartoon Cashier, Cartoon Jingle Singers, Cartoon Man, Lon-Haired Cartoon Character, Creighton the Cretin, Valentines Day Students, 8th Grader, Overgrown Kids, Conscience Choir, Stage Hands, and Fregley's Doll Puppeteers.
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*Please note that we may place females in male roles if comfortable.
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