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A Century of Modern Theatre: Parisienne

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by Henri Becque, translated by Ashely Dukes

A series of plays which have had a major influence on the development of the theatre during the past 100 years.

with Vivien Merchant, Michael Spice and Frank Barrie

Daring to treat seriously a subject which was the most popular plot of the 'naughty' Boulevard farces, this comedy was first presented in Paris in 1885 but not performed in London until 1943.

Contributors

Author:
Henri Becque
Translated by:
Ashley Dukes
Producer:
Guy Vaesen
Lafont:
Michael Spice
Clotilde:
Vivien Merchant
Dumesnil:
Frank Barrie
Adele:
Gail MacFarlane
Simpson:
Sam Dastor
Source: Radio Times

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