Overview
Character Name
Arkel
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Elderly
Role Size
Supporting
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Bass
Vocal Range
High Note: D#4/Eb4
Low Note: F2
Vocal Technique
Operatic
Time & Place
France, Allemonde, Fantasy
Analysis
Arkel is the King of Allemonde. His is elderly, and almost blind. He lives in his castle with his son, who is sick, his daughter-in-law Genevieve, and his two grandsons Pelleas and Golaud. Although an imposing figure, Arkel’s age and wisdom have softened him, and he wants
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