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Roscius Anglicanus

Roscius Anglicanus

Downes, John

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British HistoryTheater HistoryPlays

ISBN10: 1025962451
ISBN13: 9781025962450
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 310
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Roscius Anglicanus is an essential primary source for the history of the English stage during the Restoration period. Written by John Downes, who served as a prompter for the Duke's Company for over forty years, this work provides a firsthand account of the London theatrical world from the reopening of the theaters in 1660 until 1706. The narrative offers detailed records of plays, casting choices, and production successes, capturing the evolution of drama under the reigns of Charles II, James II, and William and Mary.

Downes chronicles the careers of legendary performers such as Thomas Betterton and the competition between the major acting companies of the era. As a chronicle of the transition from the Elizabethan tradition to the professionalized modern stage, Roscius Anglicanus preserves vital information on the repertoire and performance practices of the seventeenth century. This work is indispensable for scholars of dramatic literature, theater historians, and readers interested in the vibrant cultural life of Stuart England. Its meticulous recording of theatrical facts and anecdotes makes it a cornerstone text for understanding the development of the British theater.

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