Overview
Character Name
Capitano dei balestrieri
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult
Role Size
Featured
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Tenor
Vocal Range
High Note: E4
Low Note: E3
Vocal Technique
Operatic
Time & Place
1339, 1363, Genoa, Italy
Analysis
After the siege on the Doge’s palace, the Captain of the Crossbowmen is left in charge. He sets Fiesco (Andrea) free, and sees to Paolo’s imprisonment. He also delivers the Doge’s orders to the people.
This small role could be taken by a member of the chorus.
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