The Chorus - Characters & Cast

To survive his new job; later, to instill hope in the boys through music and to protect them from Rachin's cruelty.

Starts as a timid, 'failed' musician taking a job he hates. He gains confidence through teaching and eventually defies authority to protect his students. He leaves the school unemployed but spiritually fulfilled, having saved Pepinot.

To express his repressed emotions and win the approval of his mother and Mathieu (though he hides it).

Initially distant, sullen, and a troublemaker who refuses to sing. Under Mathieu's guidance, he discovers his gift, learns discipline, and eventually becomes a world-famous conductor.

To maintain order through fear and to advance his own career at the expense of the children.

Static villain. He seeks career advancement and control. He briefly softens when the choir brings the school fame, but quickly reverts to cruelty when things go wrong, leading to his eventual firing.

Waiting for his father to come pick him up on Saturday.

The youngest boy who refuses to believe his parents are dead, waiting every Saturday at the gate. In the end, his wish comes true in an unexpected way when Mathieu takes him away.