Nell Gwynn

T1970789122
The year is 1660. The Puritans have run away with their drab grey tails between their legs and Charles II has exploded onto the scene with a love of all things loud, French and sexy. On Drury Lane, a young Nell Gwynn is peddling her satsumas and wit with equal gusto but, little does she know who is watching...

Author

Jessica Swale

Archive :: production:T1970789122, play:S01797160795, venue:V838624816

Production details

World Premiere. Jessica Swale's new comedy follows the rise and rise of Britain's cheekiest orange seller, from her roots in the brothel on Coal Pan Alley to her success as Britain's first celebrated actress. Please note, this production contains adult themes.

Performance

Venue	LAMDA
	Other spaces: Linbury Studio, Carne Studio Theatre, Sainsbury Theatre
Town	Inner London
County	Greater London
From	8th July 2014
To	16th July 2014
When	Jul 8, 10, 14 at 19:30. Jul 12, 16 Mats 14:00
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Company

Producer	LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art)
Director	Raz Shaw
Design	Roy Bell
Performer	Adam Scott-Rowley (Killigrew / King Louis of France)
Performer	Bathsheba Piepe (Nell Gwynn)
Performer	Daisy Badger (Rose Gwynn / Louise de Kerouaille)
Performer	Donal Gallery (Charles Hart)
Performer	Ollo Clark (Kynaston / The Barren Queen)
Performer	Raphael Acloque (Dryden / Mr Blunt)
Performer	Sally O'Leary (Nancy / Lady Castlemaine)
Performer	Toby Gordon (Charles II)

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