Munkustrap
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He's the boss, the big kahuna, large and in charge…I mean this guy is IT - almost. Second only to Old Deuteronomy himself, Munkustrap calls most of the shots. He is the patriarchal leader of the Jellicles in Deuteronomy's absence, always keeping one eagle-sharp eye on the lookout for Macavity and the other on the mischievous Jellicle kittens. Firm but gentle, stern yet loving, Munkustrap is disapproving when necessary, but a certain amount of amusement is nearly always detectable on his striped face. | |
| Munkustrap's role is a significant one - he is the first to speak (or rather, sing) in the entire play, sings many of the songs—serving as a narrator of sorts—and gallantly defends his Jellicles from the evil Macavity. His personal life, however, is less prominent. Many believe he and Demeter are mates, probably because they are often cuddling and whatnot :). |
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As protector of the Jellicles, Munkustrap is almost always collected. In fact, there is only one Jellicle who successfully manages to get under his skin on a regular basis: the one and only Rum Tum Tugger. Perhaps Munkustrap feels Tugger should be setting a better example for the kittens. Good luck, I say! I can't see the Tugger changing anytime soon, no matter how frustrated the silver tabby gets. | |
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In the above pictures Munkustrap is portrayed by Michael Gruber.
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