Overview
Character Name
King of Siam
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Adult, Mature Adult
Role Size
Lead
Dancing
Mover
Voice
Baritone
Vocal Range
High Note: E4
Low Note: C3
Vocal Technique
Legit, Sprechstimme (Speak-singing)
Time & Place
bangkok, siam, early 1860s
Analysis
Early 40s to Mid 60s. A fictionalized version of the historical King Mongkut, the King of Siam is determined to usher his kingdom into the modern age. That being said, he is very conflicted about how to do so in a way that maintains Siam’s power. He is a nuanced thinker,
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