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Vera; or the Nihilists

Vera; or the Nihilists

By: Oscar Wilde
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Vera; or, The Nihilists is a gripping melodramatic tragedy penned by Oscar Wilde, set against the tumultuous backdrop of Russia. Loosely inspired by the real-life story of Vera Zasulich, this play marks Wildes debut in the theatrical world. Although it premiered in the United Kingdom in 1880 and made its way to New York in 1882, it unfortunately struggled to find an audience and was short-lived in both locales. Today, it remains a rarity in theatrical revivals, making this rendition a unique opportunity to experience Wildes early work. (Summary by Wikipedia) Cast Peter Sabouroff/Baron Raff Algy Pug, Vera Sabouroff Arielle Lipshaw, Michael Robin King, General Kotemkin Alan Mapstone, Sergeant/Professor Marfa Kristingj, Soldier/Aide-de-Camp Grace, Prisoner/Colonel of the Guard Amanda Friday, Dmitri/Page/President of the Nihilists Elizabeth Klett, Alexis Ivanacievitch Alex Lau, Conspirator/Marquis de Poivrard Charlotte Duckett, Conspirator Julia Niedermaier, Ivan the Czar Martin Geeson, Prince Paul Maraloffski John Trevithick, Prince Petrovitch bala, Narrator Availle. Audio edited by Arielle LipshawCopyright Plays and Dramas Art Drama & Plays Entertainment & Performing Arts
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