The Fate of Sparta
The Fate of Sparta is a 1788 tragedy by the British writer Hannah Cowley.[2] It is also known by the longer title The Fate of Sparta, or, The Rival Kings.
| The Fate of Sparta | |
|---|---|
| Written by | Hannah Cowley |
| Date premiered | 31 January 1788[1] |
| Place premiered | Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London |
| Original language | English |
| Genre | Tragedy |
The original Drury Lane cast included John Philip Kemble as Cleombrotus, Robert Bensley as Leonidas, William Barrymore as Amphares, John Whitfield as Nicrates, Matthew Williames as Mezentius and Sarah Siddons as Cherolice.[1]
References
- Hogan p.1038
- Nicoll p.249
Bibliography
- Nicoll, Allardyce. A History of English Drama 1660–1900: Volume III. Cambridge University Press, 2009.
- Hogan, C.B (ed.) The London Stage, 1660–1800: Volume V. Southern Illinois University Press, 1968.
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