Overview
Character Name
Don Rodrigue
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Young Adult
Role Size
Lead
Dancing
Non Dancer
Voice
Tenor
Vocal Range
High Note: A#4/Bb4
Low Note: C#3/Db3
Vocal Technique
Operatic
Time & Place
Spain, Castile, 11th Century
Analysis
Don Rodrigue in Pierre Corneille’s original play is based on the myths surrounding one of Spain’s most celebrated national heroes Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, known as ‘El Cid’ or ‘La Campeador’. Born in around 1040, he was a commander of royal troops, and
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