Character Profile: "The Wise Matriarch"

Wise older woman who sings a powerful song with an important message at a key point in the show. Commonly found in Rodgers & Hammerstein musicals. Click on the show name for more detailed information about each character.

Lady Thiang, The King And I, Song: "Something Wonderful"

Mother Abbess, The Sound of Music, Song: "Climb Every Mountain"

Bloody Mary, South Pacific, Song: "Bali H'ai"

Nettie Fowler, Carousel, Song: "You'll Never Walk Alone"

Mrs. Potts, Beauty & The Beast, Song: "Beauty & The Beast"