Frozen Character Guide
Anna
Anna is the optimistic, clumsy, big-hearted princess who never gives up on her sister. She spent years knocking on Elsa's door, hoping for connection. She is impulsive, brave, and a little awkward. Unlike Elsa's control, Anna is all enthusiasm and determination, even when she falls over.
Personality for Dance
Anna moves with boundless energy. She runs when she could walk, jumps when she could step, gestures wildly when she talks. Her movement is not always graceful but it is always genuine. She trips, she stumbles, she recovers with a grin. For the First Time in Forever should burst with excitement. Love Is an Open Door shows her romantic, naive side. By the end, her movements mature but never lose their warmth.
The Outfit
Top
For the coronation, a black velvet bodice with green and magenta embroidery. For the adventure, a fitted blue top under a magenta cape. The colours are warmer than Elsa's cool palette.
Bottom
A green and black striped skirt with a magenta underskirt for coronation scenes. For the journey, navy pants or leggings work better for athletic movement. A shorter skirt with built-in shorts is practical for dancing.
Accessories
Green ribbon in hair. Optional cape for journey scenes. No crown since she is the younger sister.
Shoes
Black or dark green character shoes. Something sturdy enough for running and jumping.
Hair
Strawberry blonde in two braids with a white streak (from Elsa's accidental magic). The braids should be secured well since Anna moves a lot.
Special Details
Snow can get stuck in her hair and cape for comedic effect during journey scenes. A wardrobe change from fancy to practical shows her character development.
Movement Tips
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Lead with enthusiasm. Anna throws herself into everything fully. -
Clumsy should look intentional, not accidental. Practise the trips and recoveries so they read as character, not mistakes. -
For the First Time in Forever needs levels. She runs up stairs, jumps on furniture, cannot contain herself. -
In duets with Hans, show her naivety. She mirrors him, believes every gesture. -
The sisterly reunion should be the emotional peak. All that energy finally focused on connection.
Best for ages 10-17. Anna suits dancers with strong jazz or musical theatre training and natural comedic timing. The role rewards personality over technical perfection. Younger dancers aged 7-10 can play young Anna in the opening scenes or a simplified For the First Time in Forever.
