Casting

The powerful monarch of England. Has a hot head, commanding attitude, and "the heart and stomach of a King". In love with Sir Drake, but is infuriated by his bravado and impetuousness.

Elizabeth's Lady-in Waiting. Becomes unresponsive and shaky-kneed when around Sir Drake.

A singer and musician at the court. Their songs often lead Queen Elizabeth and Sir Drake into various inner monologues.

The Spanish Ambassador to the court of Queen Elizabeth. Harbors a hate for Sir Francis Drake and allies with Sir Killigrew. Talks in an exaggerated accent and lisp.

The Lord Chancellor and an ally of Don Amontillado who yearns to end war between Spain and England. An energetic, flowery speaker who has a tough time organizing events and being on the water.

A servant of Don Bernadino and spy for Sir Killigrew. A suck-up to both his master and Lady Killigrew. Quite disgusted by Lady Killigrew's attraction in him.

A servant of Don Bernadino and spy for Sir Killigrew. A suck-up to both his master and Lady Killigrew.

The clever barmaid at the Mermaid Tavern and niece and ward to Sir Killigrew. The apple of many young men's eyes, she has a deep romantic interest in Sir Drake. Faces constant heartbreak when her love takes to the sea.

A common seaman and recent national hero, he runs for Mayor of Plymouth against his archenemy Sir Killigrew. A brave and outspoken man who loves to make speeches. In love with Audrey, yet constantly leaves her for his true love of the sea.

Mayor of Plymouth and Sir Drake's archenemy. Schemes to sell information to the Spanish. Uptight and disrespected in his community, he is eventually voted out of office and run out of town.

Sir John's mother and a bit of a lush. Has a love for politics and is often the one behind her son's questionable schemes.

Sir Killigrew's right-hand man. Carries a mace which often silences any dissenting opinions. Pompous and egotistical.

A blacksmith and captain of the Widecombe Bowling Team. An outspoken fatherly figure who makes every decision for the rest of his team.

Tom's nephew and a member of the Widecombe Bowling Team. A hard worker who is just as obsessed with bowling as his uncle.

A member of the Widecombe Bowling Team and Interim Captain in lieu of Sir Drake's trip. Flamboyantly dressed, he walks with a swagger along with several ladies on his arm. Becomes an ally with Queen Elizabeth to help get Sir Drake's romantic attention.

Courtiers; Devonians; Crew Of The Golden Hind; Widecombe Bowling Team; Sailors