Hamlet

Tragedy - Revival

New Century Theatre

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  • First Preview:
  • Opening Date: February 26, 1947
  • Closing Date: March 7, 1947
  • Previews: 0
  • Performances: 2

Playwright: William Shakespeare

  • Playbill Covers (1)

    • Playbill Cover - Hamlet
 

Synopsis

Hamlet, a Danish prince, discovers that his uncle Claudius murdered his father and took the throne; Hamlet's mother has married the usurper. Shakespeare's tragedy of betrayal and revenge is considered among the greatest plays in the English language.

 

Opening Night Cast

Eric Adeney Ghost
Robert Algar Priest
Rosencrantz
Kempster Barnes Laertes
Richard Blythe Osric
Francisco
Hugh Cross Sailor
David Dodimead Guildenstern
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Opening Night Production Credits

William Shakespeare William Shakespeare Writer
  Donald Wolfit Staging
  Christopher Ede Staging
  Donald Wolfit Scenic Design
  Eric Adeney Scenic Design
  Hall Shelton Producer
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Shows That Opened That Season: 1946 - 1947

 
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