disadvantages to

Question:I'm confident that I will get a part... (:) ) But I'm not sure which parts I should try to get. I'm leaning towards Jafar and Iago, but I haven't seen the script, so could someone please tell me the advantages/disadvantages to each part?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I'm confident that I will get a part... (:) ) But I'm not sure which parts I should try to get. I'm leaning towards Jafar and Iago, but I haven't seen the script, so could someone please tell me the advantages/disadvantages to each part?

The Juniors are great! I was Daddy Warbucks in Annie Jr. and throughly enjoyed it. I'm sure you'll enjoy being in this production.

The following is from the website of the company that owns the rights to all the Broadway Junior productions. These are tips and information for directors, but hopefully they'll help you know what the director may be looking for. :)

Jafar: Jafar is our villain. In order to portray this through casting, consider a taller boy with a changed voice. His songs will not only be more effective, but a deeper voice will help convey Jafar’s menace. However, Jafar should be more of a caricature of classic evil villains than someone really scary. Jafar and Iago also share some comic moments, so cast accordingly.
Vocal Range: Ab3-Eb4

Iago: Iago is another great comedy role. Like the Genie, he or she need not be the strongest singer, but comedic skills are a must. Iago has several sarcastic jibes and asides. Make sure to work with your actor to stay in character during his or her audience asides. Ideally, this character is not in a parrot costume. Iago should be costumed to suggest a parrot, but should bring human characteristics to Jafar’s sidekick.
Vocal Range:Bb3-D4

NOTE: I've pasted the link in as my source, you can view in information I've given you and more on that site. They also have songs and some of the script on there that will help you too! :) Hope I've helped and best wishes for an awesome performance!