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Playwright
Lord Longford
Setting
The Demesne at Castle Clonave, the early 19th century.
Notes
A file containing scripts, design sketches, programmes and posters from the original production of the play is currently held in the Dublin Gate Collection of the Northwestern University Library.
Synopsis
As Catholic Emancipation looms, the Earl of Clonave forms a William Society in order to oppose the new development by force. The play about the bitter religious divides of pre-Victorian Ireland.
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Play Type
Plays General
Number Of Acts
Full-Length
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Cast Size Male
11
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Cast Size Female
9
Cast Notes
An additional 6 male and 7 female actors play Guests, Footmen and Maids.