What is a tour-de-force character in a musical?
I do a lot of shows, and I’ve seen in certain character descriptions that certain roles are “tour-de-force” I know what the literal translation in french would be, but what is it in “theatre speak. ” thanks.
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A role that shows off a fantastic actor performing well.
Eg: Rose in Gypsy, Sweeney or Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd.