good non-dashing leading man type roles- Page 2

[zoran912]

Posted: 7/28/05 at 9:10pm

It would help to start watching what types of food you are putting into your body. A regular exercise schedule wouldn't hurt either. You can change your body type. Trust me. I did it.

[Greekmusicalfan]

Posted: 7/28/05 at 11:39pm

Well, Mark from RENT is a fantastic role that doesn't require a dashing appearance !
Updated On: 7/28/05 at 11:39 PM

[BwayLeadman]

Posted: 7/28/05 at 11:41pm

Harold Hill- Music Man

[BwayBoy25]

Posted: 7/28/05 at 11:41pm

amos in chicago

[Sumofallthings]

Posted: 7/28/05 at 11:54pm

Mr. Applegate: Damn Yankees

[buffyactsing]

Posted: 7/29/05 at 12:17am

Sweeney Todd is a great one as someone else mentioned. A lot of Sondheim leading roles or large roles in ensemble shows don't need super handsome/beautiful people.

I love Sondheim.

[DTC]

Posted: 7/29/05 at 11:16am

"1776" -- an entire cast of men where good looks matter not a whit! Adams should be short-ish, Jefferson should be tall-ish, Franklin should be... well, Franklin-ish. But otherwise, a show in which physical appearance counts for much less than talent.

[The Distinctive Baritone]

Posted: 7/29/05 at 11:35am

Trust me, it's better to be a character actor. Although more times than not you will be playing a supporting role rather than the lead, there are plenty of leading roles out there for us non-dashing types. And remember, there's only ONE leading man, but usually several supporting roles--more casting opportunities!

[MagesticKiwi]

Posted: 7/29/05 at 11:49am

Dionysus or Xanthias in The Frogs

[loganp37]

Posted: 7/29/05 at 11:58am

Any of the male roles in YAGMCB.

Jud Fry or Ali Hakim in Oklahoma.

The Cat or Ugly in Honk!