Old Deuteronomy

The wise and respected leader of the Jellicle tribe, who presides over the Jellicle Ball and ultimately chooses which cat will ascend to the Heaviside Layer

Grizabella

The Glamour Cat, who was once a beautiful and famous cat but has fallen on hard times She is shunned by the other cats but ultimately redeemed when she sings the show's signature song, "Memory"

Rum Tum Tugger

Rum Tum Tugger: The rebellious and charismatic rockstar cat, who loves to be the center of attention and often causes trouble

Mungojerrie & Rumpleteazer

The Glamour Cat, who was once a beautiful and famous cat but has fallen on hard times She is shunned by the other cats but ultimately redeemed when she sings the show's signature song, "Memory"

Skimbleshanks

The Railway Cat, who is in charge of keeping the trains running on time He is known for his cheerful personality and impressive tapdancing skills

The magical and mysterious cat, who is able to perform incredible feats of magic and illusion

Old Gus

The Theatre Cat, who has spent his life in the theatre and has a wealth of knowledge about the performing arts

Jennyanydots

The Old Gumbie Cat, who is a skilled teacher and loves to educate the younger cats about important life skills

Published in 1939, "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" is a collection of whimsical poems about various types of cats. The poems are humorous and often satirical, with Eliot poking fun at human behaviour and society through the lens of feline behaviour.

The book features a variety of memorable cat characters, including the Jellicle Cats, who are the focus of the musical adaptation. Other notable cats from the book include Macavity, the Mystery Cat; Gus, the Theatre Cat; and Skimbleshanks, the Railway Cat

Eliot, who was a renowned poet and literary critic, wrote the book as a lighthearted diversion from his more serious work However, the book has since become a beloved classic in its own right, and is often cited as one of the best examples of Eliot's wit and creativity

When Andrew Lloyd Webber set out to create the musical adaptation of "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats," he drew inspiration from Eliot's poetry, incorporating many of the book's characters and themes into the show The result was a unique and memorable musical that has captivated audiences around the world for dec

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