Overview
Character Name
Canio
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Adult
Role Size
Lead
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Tenor
Vocal Range
High Note: A#4/Bb4
Low Note: D3
Vocal Technique
Operatic
Time & Place
1865, Calabria, Feast of the Assumption, Italy, 1860s, 19th century
Analysis
Canio is the leader of the commedia dell'arte acting troupe and husband to Nedda, a beautiful actress in the troupe. As a leader of the troupe, Canio promotes their traveling show, as well as star in it alongside the rest of his troupe.
A jealous and suspicious person
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