£17.50
Date 1969 ?
London National Theatre – The Way Of The World – 1969
An original theatre programme for William Congreve’s The Way Of The World by the National Theatre, London, believed to be from 1969, with its cast insert sheet and ticket.
The cast includes Frank Barrie, Julia McCarthy, John Flint, James Hayes, Brian Tully and Hazel Hughes. Congreve’s sparkling comedy of manners is a high point of Restoration drama.
A fine National Theatre item from its Old Vic years, ideal for collectors of old theatre programmes.
| Production | The Way Of The World |
|---|---|
| Venue | National Theatre – London |
| Cast | Frank Barrie – Julia McCarthy, John Flint – James Hayes, Brian Tully – Hazel Hughes |
Condition: V Good, Vlcr
Did you know?
- The Way Of The World was first performed in 1700 at the theatre in Lincoln’s Inn Fields.
- The play’s witty proviso scene between lovers Mirabell and Millamant is one of the most celebrated in English comedy.
- Congreve reputedly wrote no more plays after The Way Of The World’s cool initial reception.
SKU: T01883
