Alonzo

Alonzo is one of the main characters in most productions. His name is given in "The Naming of Cats".

Appearance
In the film, Alonzo is one of the most easily recognizable characters in the show, because of his very distinctive black and white coloring. In live productions, his coloring can vary from black and white to a dark brown and black tabby coloring. He is portrayed at any age between older kitten and adult, depending on the performance. In the US and the first German Productions, he is usually depicted as being black and gold.

Personality
Alonzo seems to have a nice balance going. Alonzo is responsible, he cares for his tribe, and nearly risks getting killed to protect them. Along with this, he's a bit of a Casanova. Throughout much of the show, you can see him dancing with (and giving flirtatious looks to) a variety of girls. He acts cocky and arrogant around the male cats.

Role
Alonzo is often seen as the "second in command" to the Jellicle tribe. Whenever there is a threat, he is one to take charge along with Munkustrap. He is usually the one to rescue Demeter, during the fight with Macavity.

Relationships

 * Asparagus: There is speculation that Asparagus could be Alonzo's father.
 * Bombalurina: It is believed that these two may be mates.
 * Bustopher Jones: It is believed that Bustopher Jones may be Alonzo's father, uncle, or brother.
 * Cassandra: It is believed that these two may be mates.
 * Demeter: It is believed that these two may be mates.
 * Electra: It is believed that these two may be mates.
 * Etcetera: It is believed that these two may be mates.
 * Grizabella: It is believed that she may be Alonzo's mother.
 * Jellylorum: It is believed that she may be Alonzo's mother.


 * Jemima: It is believed that she may be Alonzo's mate.
 * Macavity: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's brother.
 * Mr. Mistoffelees: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's brother.
 * Munkustrap: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's brother.
 * Old Deuteronomy: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's father.
 * Pouncival: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's brother.
 * Rum Tum Tugger: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's brother.
 * Tumblebrutus: It is believed that he may be Alonzo's brother.
 * Victoria: It is believed that she may be Alonzo's mate or sister.

Trivia

 * The part of Alonzo was originally created in the West End by Roland Alexander and on Broadway by Hector Jaime Mercado.