Overview
Character Name
King Melchior
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Adult, Mature Adult
Role Size
Supporting
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Baritone
Vocal Technique
operatic
Time & Place
the first century, just after the birth of christ; near bethlehem
Analysis
King Melchior (pronounced mel-key-or) bears the coffer of gold. The oldest and wisest of the kings, he is thoughtful and deliberate in his speech. He is a lyric baritone and sings the middle line of the kings’ trio music. The characterization of the King (and, indeed,
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