Based on the novel by Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer

Book by Jodi Picoult & Timothy Allen McDonald

Music & Lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson

Directed by Aaron Lipp

Choreography by Jennifer Kornswiet

Music Direction by Roxanna Ward

An empowering, enchanting musical for anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. Invisible in a new school and the target of a bully, Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book where she feels safe. But, as the line between fantasy and reality begins to blur, Delilah realizes her dreams in the real world are worth fighting for.

PERFORMANCE DATES: February 6 - 15, 2026

AUDITION DATES:

Monday, December 8 starting at 6:30

Tuesday, December 9 starting at 6:30

Callbacks - Wednesday, December 10 starting at 6:30

AUDITION APPOINTMENTS:

Auditions are by Appointment Only. To schedule a 5-minute appointment, please email casting@nosquare.org. Please indicate a preferred day and time.

FOR THE AUDITION:

Bring a high-quality photo and resume.
Be prepared to fill out a conflict calendar.
Prepare a 1 - 2 minute cut of a musical theatre song in the style of the show.
Bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided.

REHEARSALS:

Music Rehearsals: Monday - Thursday, December 15-18

Full Rehearsals Begin Monday, January 5 (or possibly Saturday, January 3)

General Rehearsal Schedule: Monday - Thursday at 6:30 & Saturdays 10:00-5:00

You may not be called to every Rehearsal.

All Rehearsals and Performances are at No Square Theatre, 384 Legion Street in Laguna Beach.

CASTING FOR THE FOLLOWING ROLES:

A note on casting ages: Between the Lines, Jr. is for ages 13-19. The ages of the characters are more of a reference and not a rule. Everyone will be considered for every role, regardless of age. All roles are open.

Delilah McPhee: Female presenting. High school aged. Smart, well read, upended by her parents ’bitter divorce. Alto
Prince Oliver/Edgar: Male presenting. High school aged. A classic fairytale prince who wishes for the freedom to live beyond the confines of the story that has been written for him. Edgar is the son of the author of the book Delilah is obsessed with. High Baritone/Tenor
Ms. Winx/Mrs. Brown/Kyrie/Jessamyn Jacobs: Female presenting. Adult. Ms. Winx is the school librarian, sassy and strong. Jessamyn is the author, a widowed mother of a teen boy, kooky and scattered, but smart and intuitive. Mrs. Brown is a biology teacher obsessed with self-tanning, teeth whitening, and vacationing in the Caribbean. Kyrie is a mermaid, obsessed with men while the book is being read, however once the book is closed, they become staunch feminists. Mezzo-Soprano
Grace/Queen Maureen: Female presenting. Adult. Delilah’s mother, suddenly single 17 years as a stay-at-home mom with dreams of completing her nursing degree. Queen Maureen is Prince Oliver’s mother. When the book is closed, she is the martini-swigging queen of snark. Mezzo-soprano
Allie McAndrews/Princess Seraphima: Female presenting. High school aged. Allie is the school’s resident queen bee who is a smart, entitled, “mean girl.” Princess Seraphima is the quintessential princess, beautiful, eloquent. When the book is closed, she is not very bright and self-absorbed. Alto/Mezzo-soprano
Ryan/Frump: Male presenting. High school aged. The jock boyfriend of Allie, a dude’s dude. Frump is Prince Oliver’s best friend who is half-dog due to a curse placed on him, hopelessly in love with Princess Seraphima. Baritone
Janice/Marina: Female presenting. High school aged. Allie’s ditzy right hand gal. Marina is a Mermaid like Kyrie. Alto
Jules/Ondine: Non-binary. High school aged. Strong and confident, Jules is the living embodiment of “live the story you want if it’s not the story you’re in.” Ondine is the lead Mermaid. Mezzo-soprano
Martin/Troll: Male presenting. High school aged. An internet troll who bullies Delilah through social media posts. Troll is a grunting, monosyllabic monster; when the book is closed, he is an Olivier-esque actor’s actor. Baritone
Rapskullio/Mr. Darcy: Male presenting. Adult. Rapskullio is a classic evil villain. When the book is closed he is ultra-sensitive, good-hearted, and in touch with his feelings. Baritone
Ensemble: To play various high school students, fairy tale characters, and other characters throughout the show. Any vocal range.