This document provides detailed character descriptions from ‘The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe’ by C.S. Lewis. It outlines the main characters, including the Pevensie siblings—Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy—along with significant figures like Aslan and the White Witch. Each character’s traits, roles, and development throughout the story are explored, making it a valuable resource for understanding the narrative. The document is structured to highlight the relationships and conflicts among characters, providing insights into their motivations and transformations. Ideal for students, educators, and fans of the book, this character guide serves as a comprehensive reference for discussions, analyses, and performances related to this classic tale. It is presented in a PDF format for easy access and sharing.
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Character Descriptions
The Pevensie Children: Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy are siblings who were sent to an old
mansion in the country during the height of World War II, under the care of an old professor. It is from
this old mansion that their adventure into Narnia begins.
Lucy - (Female) Lucy is the youngest of the Pevensie children. Lucy is curious, kind, brave,
cheerful, and is the first of the children to enter Narnia. Lucy is in many scenes and will have
a heavier rehearsal schedule. Conflicts must be kept to a minimum.
Edmund - (Male) Edmund is the third oldest Pevensie. Edmund is selfish and has a
tendency to be mean and hurtful. Edmund teases Lucy about her childish ways. Edmund
falls under the influence of the White Witch, and betrays his siblings. After Edmund’s capture
and salvation, he becomes humble, brave and loyal to Aslan. Edmund is in many scenes and
will have a heavier rehearsal schedule. Conflicts must be kept to a minimum.
Susan - (Female) Susan is the second oldest Pevensie. Susan is cautious, kind, thoughtful,
logical, motherly, and more serious than her younger sister, Lucy. Susan is in many scenes
and will have a heavier rehearsal schedule. Conflicts must be kept to a minimum.
Peter - (Male) Peter is the oldest Pevensie. He is responsible, caring, and wants to do what
is best for his siblings. Peter fights Fenris Ulf, and will be learning some stage combat
choreography. Peter is in many scenes and will have a heavier rehearsal schedule.
Conflicts must be kept to a minimum.
Aslan (Male) - Aslan is a talking lion of great stature, and is the rightful King of Narnia, who has been
away from Narnia for quite some time. He is the embodiment of all that is good, just, right, and perfect,
but he is not a tame lion. Aslan appears about halfway through the script, but is a central character
from that point forward. After the first few weeks, the actor playing Aslan will have a heavy rehearsal
schedule, and conflicts must be kept to a minimum.
White Witch (Female) - Jadis, the white witch, considers herself to be Queen of Narnia. Under her
power, it is always winter, but never Christmas, in Narnia. Her imposing stature and magic wand strike
fear and terror in the hearts of those under her rule. The White Witch forbids anyone in Narnia to even
speak the name of Aslan, her nemesis. She is deceptive, controlling, and cruel. As the “villain,” the
white witch appears throughout the show.
Mr and Mrs Beaver (Male/Female) - Mr. and Mrs. Beaver can be thought of as a Narnian version of
solid middle-class middle-English citizens in the 1930's. The Beavers are fiercely loyal to Aslan and
resist the tyranny of the Witch; they believe in ancient prophecies and accept that Narnia should be
ruled by human beings. Mr. Beaver is among the first of the Narnia citizens that the Pevensie children
meet, and serves as a guide to them. Mr and Mrs Beaver are supporting characters who appear
throughout the show.
Unicorn, Centaur (Male or Female) - Citizens of Narnia who are loyal to Aslan, and friends with the
Beavers. Unicorn and Centaur are supporting characters, and appear in several scenes.
Tumnus (Male) - Mr Tumnus, a faun, is the first person Lucy meats in Narnia. Unbeknownst to Lucy,
Mr Tumnus had previously agreed to turn any human he meets over to the White Witch. After spending
a delightful time entertaining Lucy in his home and getting to know her, his bravery overcomes his fear
of the witch, and he lets Lucy go. Tumnus appears heavily in the first few scenes and then again at the
end of the show, and is an important supporting character.
Fenris Ulf (Male or Female) - Fenris Ulf is the vicious wolf who acts as the Chief of the Secret Police
under the White Witch. Fenris is bloodthirsty, brutal, and carries out the witch’s every command. The
actor who is cast as Fenris will be learning some stage combat choreography for the fight with Peter.
Dwarf (Male or Female) - The Dwarf is the direct assistant to the White Witch, and part of her army in
the fight with Aslan.
Father Christmas, Elf (Male or Female) - Father Christmas’s arrival in Narnia signifies the weakening
of the witch’s power, and ushers in celebration of Aslan’s return. He is jolly yet serious and gives
important gifts to the Pevensie siblings. Elf is Father Christmas’s small assistant. Father Christmas and
Elf are central characters in one scene, and will likely be dual cast in another role as well.
Wood Nymphs (Male or Female)- The Wood Nymphs are elusive Narnians, who emerge when no one
else is around. They will likely dance during scene changes, as well as help facilitate the changes. The
Wood Nymphs are important magical/mystical characters who appear throughout the show. They will
need to use their body movement and gestures to convey mood within scene changes.
White Stag (Male or Female) - A very rare creature who, as legend has it, grants a wish to anyone who
captures it. This is a silent character; strong, graceful physical presence is important for this role. This
actor will make a featured appearance near the beginning, and then again at the end of the show, and
will most likely be dual cast as another character as well.
Aslan’s Followers (Male or Female) - Citizens (foxes, bears, rabbits, various woodland creatures and
mythical creatures) of Narnia who are loyal to Aslan and fight in his army during the great battle.
Witch’s Army (Male or Female) - Citizens (ghouls, hags, goblins, etc) of Narnia who are loyal to the
witch and fight in her army.
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