Description
Written in Brighton in 1887, Dandy Dick is tells the hilarious story of the Very Reverend Augustin Jedd, a pillar of Victorian respectability, who preaches regularly against the evils of horse racing and gambling. However, a visit from his tearaway sister, Georgiana, leads him to risk all at the races, much against his better judgement. Mayhem ensues, with romantic intrigue, mistaken identity and a runaway horse. A glorious British comedy, Dandy Dick is a rarely seen treasure that so richly deserves to be revived again, for the first time in almost fifteen years.
This glorious British comedy, written in 1887, is a rarely-seen treasure enjoying its first revival in fifteen years.
About the Author
Christopher Luscombe is a theatre director and writer. His directing credits include Alan Bennett's Enjoy for the 2008 Peter Hall season, The History Boys and The Merry Wives of Windsor at London's Globe, and the Spamalot UK tour.
Reviews
A basic old recipe lovingly served up with the best possible ingredients which magically transforms itself into theatrical haute cuisine * Sunday Telegraph *
An evening of considerable charm * Daily Telegraph *
The play gleams and sparkles anew, all cobwebs dispelled. * What's On Stage *
Book Information
ISBN 9781849434232
Author Christopher Luscombe
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Oberon Books Ltd
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 150g
