Overview
Character Name
Edwin (The Defendant)
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Young Adult, Adult
Role Size
Lead
Dancing
Mover
Voice
Tenor
Vocal Technique
Operatic, Legit
Time & Place
The Court of the Exchequer in London. Mid-nineteenth century.
Analysis
The hapless and fickle Edwin has been hauled to trial by his ex-fiancé, Angelina, who is suing him for “breach of promise of marriage.” The reason? Edwin broke things off with her when he fell in love with another woman. He tries to gain the jury’s sympathy by explaining
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