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. Male Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

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. Male Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

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. Male Identifying, Any ethnicity.

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. Male Identifying, Any ethnicity.

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. Female Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

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. ANY GENDER TO PORTRAY TODDLER, Any Ethnicity. 

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. Male Identifying, South Asian Descent. 

*NOTE: We will make every effort to cast an actor of South Asian Descent. The actor should speak with their natural accent. Per the writer’s instructions, if it is not possible to cast an actor of South Asian descent, we will cast a male identifying actor, any ethnicity and adopt the name: Duane Higgins. 

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. Female Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

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. Male Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

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. Male Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

European teen pop star and Rowley’s idol. A cross between a boy-band star and KidzBop 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. Male OR Female Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

Two of the most unpopular and nerdy kids in Middle School. Strong, comedic young performers and singers. Male OR Female Identifying, Any ethnicity.

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 performers and singers. Female Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

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. Female Identifying, Any ethnicity. 

Plays: MRS. CLAYTON Greg’s no-nonsense English teacher. Loves to host the Winter Talent Show every year. FREGLEY’S MOM A creepy, frail, and occasionally terrifying elderly woman. She could be a ghost. Strong, comedic performer and singer. Female Identifying, Any ethnicity.  This role is typically doubled so one actor plays both parts, but may be split into two separate roles. 

Versatile group of actors, playing various middle schoolers and teen/tween characters, creating the bustling school environment for Greg Heffley’s story. Opportunities for solos and spoken lines within. Strong dancers are a must!