Sir Percy Blakeney
Tenor 30-45, upper-class British accent
A dazzling English aristocrat living a double life. Outwardly, he’s a flamboyant, fashion-obsessed fop. Secretly, he’s the Scarlet Pimpernel. A highly principled, daring and brilliant leader rescuing innocents from the French Revolution. Beneath the charm and wit lies a deeply conflicted man, especially in his relationship with his wife, Marguerite. Once passionately in love, he now wrestles with feelings of betrayal and heartbreak, even as his love for her endures. Percy is a leading man meets character actor (and at times, he must also convince us he’s a mysterious Belgian spy.) Requires a strong lyrical tenor voice, commanding stage presence, excellent comedic timing, and the emotional depth to navigate both heroism and vulnerability. Stage combat and on-stage intimacy required.
Marguerite St. Just Blakeney
Soprano/Mezzo soprano, 25-40, French accent
A former celebrated French actress and now married to Percy. Marguerite is elegant, intelligent, witty, and emotionally complex. She is deeply in love with her husband, but their marriage has grown cold and distant due to misunderstandings and secrets from her past. Her journey is one of rediscovering trust, love, and her own strength. Requires a strong soprano/mezzo-soprano voice with layered expression. The actor must be capable of portraying emotional depth and romantic nuance. On-stage intimacy is required, and possible stage combat.
Chauvelin
Baritone, 30s-50s, French accent
A powerful agent of the French Republic and Percy’s relentless adversary. He is a ruthless political zealot, wholly committed to the Revolution. He uses fear, manipulation, and ideology to achieve his goals. His lingering feelings for Marguerite reveal a more complex, obsessive undercurrent. He is a man who once felt love but has chosen loyalty to the cause over personal connection. Requires a commanding stage presence, powerful baritone voice and strong dramatic range. Stage combat and on-stage intimacy required.
Armand St. Just
Tenor 20s – 35, French accent
Marguerite’s only surviving family member and sole confidant. He is steadfast, loyal, and emotionally open. He loves his sister deeply and possesses integrity and a strong moral compass. Armand brings a sense of heart and courage to the story. Strong solo tenor voice and nuanced acting abilities are required. Stage combat may be required.
Percy’s Bounders
actors may play multiple roles, 20s-50s, Upper-class British accent
English gentlemen fiercely loyal to Percy, The Bounders are daring, clever, and highly principled men. Comedic flexibility and timing a must. Strong singers who are capable of physical comedy and possible stage combat.
Marie Grosholtz
may play multiple roles, 20s-40s, French accent
French artist during the Revolution. Possesses emotional depth. She represents the ordinary people caught in danger—vulnerable and quietly brave. Requires strong ensemble singing and expressive acting.
Prince of Wales
will play multiple roles, 20s-30s, upper-class British accent
Historical male figure who later becomes King George IV. Establishes the high society setting and highlights Percy’s reputation as a foppish aristocrat.
Marquis de St. Cyr
French aristocrat executed during the Revolution. His fate and Marguerite’s alleged involvement drive the plot’s central misunderstanding.
will play multiple roles, 40s-60s, French accent
Jessup
will play multiple roles, 30s-60s, standard British accent
Robespierre
will play multiple roles, 30s-50s, French accent
A French revolutionary leader who embodies the Reign of Terror. Chauvelin reports to, and serves him.
Tussaud
will be play multiple roles, 20s-40s, French accent
Marie’s fiancé and friend to Percy
Mercier
will play multiple roles, 20s-40s, French accent
Coupeau
will play multiple roles, 20s-40s, French accent
Ensemble
Female & Male 20s-60s, British and French accent
Strong singers and character work required. Will portray Cupids of the Comedy Francaise, soldiers, prisoners, Paris Street mob, Royal Ball guests etc.
