Top Cats Six of the Best!

Just how many cats are there in Cats?

That's a fair question and, if you are so inclined, you can try and figure it out when you go along to see the show. The answer is upwards of 30.

Around 20 of the cats are given names while the others play more peripheral roles in song or dance sequences.

Six top cats get the heavyweight roles in this sensational, record-breaking musical.

Old Deuteronomy

The audience can easily distinguish this strong, tall, grey cat the moment he takes the stage. Experienced and wise, he displays the greatest sympathy towards poor Grizabella when others forsake her.

Grizabella

Glamorous with long hair and high-heeled shoes. She was extremely charming and lovely in her prime. Tired of a humdrum lifestyle and attracted by the colourful world outside, she left all her companions. Years later, when she returns, all the members of the cat family are astonished to find an old dirty cat standing before them. Fantastic memories of those golden days and a strong desire to return to the cat family comprise the main theme of Memory.

Munkustrap

A tall, thin cat with silver and black hair. As the name implies, he is the hero of the whole drama and is the most conscientious at taking care of the others, especially the naughty baby cats.

Demeter

Always sleepy during the day, she is busiest at night,  teaching rats how to weave sweaters and flatter cats.

Rum Turn Tugger

This arrogant cat loves rock music, and his handsome face makes him the most popular cat in the eyes of many females. He is always proud that he is the focus of the cat family.

Mistoffelees

A cat of few words, he has a magical ability to get into any narrow gap. After the Leading Cat is hijacked, his powers become invaluable...