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James And The Giant Peach Jr Musical Script _top_ May 2026

James and the Giant Peach JR. musical script, adapted from Roald Dahl's classic book, features music and lyrics by the Tony-nominated duo Pasek and Paul The Greatest Showman Dear Evan Hansen

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Characters (common list)

  • James Henry Trotter (lead)
  • Aunt Spiker and Aunt Sponge (villainous guardians)
  • The Old One/Old Lady — the mysterious figure who gives James the magic potion (sometimes called “Old Man” or “Mysterious Old Man/Old Lady”)
  • Grasshopper (gentlemanly insect)
  • Centipede (loud, brash)
  • Ladybug (maternal, kind)
  • Earthworm (timid, pessimistic)
  • Spider (weaving, brave)
  • Silkworm (occasionally included or combined)
  • Ensemble: Sailors, Sharks, City Folk, etc.
  • Narrator (sometimes used to streamline exposition)

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) and a book by Timothy Allen McDonald, the script transforms a dark, surreal adventure into a heartwarming exploration of "chosen family" and resilience. Structure and Storytelling

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  • James (Lead) – High-energy, empathetic. Requires strong acting stamina. Vocal range: Tenor/Mezzo (A3 to E5). Note: The script keeps James on stage nearly the entire 60 minutes.
  • Aunt Spiker (Tall, thin) – Comedic villain. Over-the-top physicality. Alto/Belter.
  • Aunt Sponge (Short, fat) – Comedic villain. Slapstick timing. Alto/Belter.
  • Mr. Centipede – Charismatic jerk with a redemption arc. Needs rhythm for "Centipede’s Blues." Baritone/Tenor.
  • Ladybug – The den mother. Warm voice. Mezzo-Soprano.
  • Grasshopper – Violinist skills are a huge plus (the script has a silent violin gag). Tenor.
  • Earthworm – The neurotic, pessimistic one. Needs great deadpan delivery. Baritone.
  • Miss Spider – Gentle and creepy. Soprano with a soft head voice.
  • Ensemble (Chorus) – Plays seagulls, sharks, Cloud Men, and eventually New York children. The script requires the ensemble to be versatile movers.