The Improper Duchess is a 1931 comedy play by the Irish-born writer James Fagan.
| The Improper Duchess | |
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| Written by | James Fagan |
| Date premiered | 13 January 1931 |
| Place premiered | Empire Theatre, Southampton |
| Original language | English |
| Genre | Comedy |
It premiered at the Empire Theatre in Southampton before transferring to the Globe Theatre in London's West End where it ran for 348 performances between 22 January and 21 November 1931. It starred Yvonne Arnaud in the title role. The cast also included Frank Cellier, Hartley Power, John Laurie, Annie Esmond and Julie Suedo.[1]
Film adaptation
editIn 1936 the play was made into a film The Improper Duchess with Arnaud reprising her role.
References
edit- ^ Wearing p.87
Bibliography
edit- Wearing, J.P. The London Stage 1930-1939: A Calendar of Productions, Performers, and Personnel. Rowman & Littlefield, 2014.
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