 Event |
The Scarlet Pimpernel
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| Venue |
His Majesty's Theatre, Dunedin, New Zealand |
| First Date |
3 July 1908 |
| Last Date |
9 July 1908 |
| Dates Estimated |
No |
| Status |
Professional |
| World Premiere |
No |
| Part of a Tour |
Yes |
| Description |
The action takes place during the French Revolution, when a secret society of English aristocrats, called the League of the Scarlet Pimpernel, is engaged in rescuing their French counterparts from the guillotine. Their leader, the Scarlet Pimpernel, takes his nickname from the small red flower with which he signs his messages. |
| Primary Genre |
Theatre - Spoken Word
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| Secondary Genre |
Drama
Adaptation
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| Organisations |
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| Contributors |
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| Text Nationality |
England
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| Further Information |
Overseas Touring Company. Included Dunedin in circuit. Wanganui Opera House 20 May 1908.
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| Event Status |
Completed
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| Data Set |
Theatre Aotearoa |
| Event Identifier |
190342 |
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