A halfling, the head of the travelling opera company that's hoping to settle in Malfa. She also sings contralto, and does supporting roles and comic-relief bits.

The director of the Swallowtail Opera Company. She also sings contralto, and does all the comic relief and bit parts. TIllie is an old pro in the opera from Vacena; she projects frantic calm at all times, as befits someone in charge of actors. She takes care of her people, and they would follow her anywhere (such as Malfa).