Overview
Character Name
Emilia
Gender
Female
Playing Age
Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult
Role Size
Supporting
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Soprano
Vocal Range
High Note: C6 Soprano C (High C)
Low Note: B3
Vocal Technique
Operatic
Time & Place
Venice, 1500s, 16th century
Analysis
Desdemona’s confidante, Emilia, is one of the only people who know about Desdemona and Otello’s relationship. She tries her hardest to encourage Desdemona to think more positively about her situation, and tries to counsel her that love will always win over hatred, but her
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