What is an actor called who has the main male role in a play?

Answer 1

The lead male role in a production would be called the Principal role. The dancer does not have to be of a "principal" rank in the company to do this role. It depends on the casting of the director or choreographer of the show.

Answer 2

The leading role is referred to as the Protagonist.

Answer 3

A principle character (or just 'principle' for short)

Girls may be referred to as the leading lady too.

Answer 4

the protagonist

Answer 5

Leading actor, or Lead.

Answer 6

The star.