CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:
Sir Richard Cholmondeley (pronounced Chum’lee) (baritone voiced, male identifying)
A father first, a friend second, yeoman in the end a distant third. That’s not how he would have seen things before the events unfolded.
Colonel Fairfax (tenor, male identifying)
Colonel Fairfax is a man of his word, a scholar and an intellectual who has been accused of witchcraft and stands to lose everything, including his head.
Sergeant Meryll (bass, male identifying)
Experienced and trusted soldier in charge of the Yeomen. Has a great deal of sympathy for Colonel Fairfax, who twice saved his life. Father of Leonard & Phoebe.
Leonard Meryll (tenor, male identifying)
Leonard is more than willing to fade away to help a friend and his sister, Phoebe.
Jack Point (comic baritone, male identifying)
A strolling jester who comes to realize that he who laughs last, may not necessarily love best.
Wilfred Shadbolt (bass-baritone or baritone, male identifying)
Bit of an uglier fellow he is, but his job prospects are good. You always need a jailor. But an ugly aging jailor is unlikely to win over the love he wants.
Phoebe Meryll (mezzo-soprano, female identifying)
A lovelorn daughter willing to do what it takes to win her love.
Elsie Maynard (soprano, female identifying)
A strolling singer who sings and swings the way the world take her. A true beauty amongst the throng.
Dame Carruthers (contralto, female identifying)
The housekeeper of the tower, imposing, dramatic, much like the tower of London itself.
Kate (soprano, female identifying)
Kate is the niece of Dame Carruthers and does what her aunt tells her to do.
Chorus of Yeoman and citizens of London (various)
There will be ample opportunity for the chorus during this production.
Individuals may audition for any part or parts and do not need to personally identify as the gender of the role to be considered for the role.
Morpheus Theatre encourages individuals of all genders, ethnicities, and abilities to audition. Not a traditional actor? That is okay, get in touch with us and we will find a way for you to showcase what you have to offer.