Dark Notes Cast Guide
This page covers the cast and characters of the Dark Notes ReelShort adaptation, based on Pam Godwin's bestselling dark romance novel. The series is produced by Crazy Maple Studio for the ReelShort platform.
Disclaimer: Official cast announcements for the ReelShort adaptation may be limited or pending. This page distinguishes between confirmed casting (from official ReelShort, Crazy Maple Studio, or Pam Godwin channels) and character descriptions based on the original novel. Check the news page for the latest cast announcements.
Main Characters (Based on the Novel)
Ivory Westbrook
Role: Female Lead / Protagonist
Age: 17 (novel)
Character: A gifted classical pianist with a traumatic past. Ivory is a survivor — mature beyond her years, fiercely determined, and holding onto her musical talent as the key to a better life. Her walls are high, but Emeric is the one person who sees through them. The novel is narrated in part from her first-person perspective, giving readers intimate access to her fears, desires, and growth.
Emeric Marceaux
Role: Male Lead / Love Interest
Age: 27 (novel)
Character: Ivory's music teacher. Commanding, protective, and devastatingly attractive, Emeric is the quintessential Pam Godwin alpha hero — dominant without being cruel, possessive without being suffocating. His attraction to Ivory is immediate and consuming, but his actions are governed by a deep sense of care and responsibility. His first-person chapters reveal the emotional depth beneath his controlled exterior.
How Casting Is Verified
Official cast information for ReelShort productions may appear through:
- ReelShort app — character descriptions and cast credits within the app
- Crazy Maple Studio — official press releases and social media
- Pam Godwin's official channels — author announcements about the adaptation
- Cast members' social media — actors confirming their roles
This guide will be updated as confirmed casting information becomes available.
Last updated: July 7, 2026