The First Gentleman (play)
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The First Gentleman is a 1945 historical play by the British writer Norman Ginsbury. It portrays the relationship between the future George IV, his daughter Princess Charlotte of Wales and her husband Leopold. It is set during the Regency era and features many other prominent figures of the time.
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The First Gentleman | |
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Written by | Norman Ginsbury |
Date premiered | 2 April 1945 |
Place premiered | Manchester Opera House |
Original language | English |
Genre | Historical |
Setting | England, 1810s |
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Its West End run lasted for 553 performances between 18 July 1945 and 16 November 1946, originally at the New Theatre before transferring to the Savoy. The cast included Robert Morley as Prince George, Wendy Hiller as Charlotte and Philip Friend as Leopold.[1] The music was by Herbert Griffiths.