Griddlebone

Griddlebone is a featured character in the musical Cats. She appears in "Growltiger's Last Stand", where she leads her suitor, the dreaded Growltiger, to his demise at the hands of a gang of Siamese cats. Whether or not she does this intentionally is usually left ambiguous.

The 1998 Movie cut the scene that features Griddlebone, and since the Broadway Revival, the character has also been cut from all US and UK productions. However, the 2019 Movie featured Griddlebone.

Personality
Griddlebone is portrayed as a vain character, a pastiche of an Operatic Soprano, fighting the Tenor (Growltiger) for the spotlight. It is hinted at in the song "Macavity the Mystery Cat" that she might be a villain. She is one of the cats whose wicked deeds are widely known as an alleged agent for Macavity.

Role
"Jellylorum/Griddlebone 20-50 Female-The “Opera Cat”. Wide range soprano, low G# to High C. dance a plus, but not necessary. Must move well. Age range 20’s-40’s

Vocal: Strong classically trained operatic Soprano capable of a wide range of dramatic timbre, including preferably a good belt voice. Comfortable range to high C."

- Casting Calls Generally Griddlebone is usually played by Jellylorum, to compliment her singing "Gus" with Asparagus, who plays Growltiger. In some productions, particularly those based on the Vienna Production, she's played by the actress that plays Jennyanydots. This removes the quick costume changes.

Japan Production
In the Japanese production, Griddlebone is portrayed as an outright villain who intentionally leads Growltiger to his death.

Appearance
Griddlebone is a white, fluffy Persian queen. She wears a comically exaggerated costume, a cinched corset bodice with so much fluff on her legs it gives the illusion of her wearing bloomers. This suggests she is meeting Growltiger while wearing underwear, therefore portraying her as a rather risqué character. Practically, it is a single piece suit that Jellylorum wears over her normal costume with a matching hat over her wig.

Fandom
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