David Copperfield

Title: David Copperfield
Author: Francis, Matthew (from novel by Charles Dickens)
Price: $24.95

David Copperfield
by Matthew Francis, adapted from the novel by Charles Dickens

Following the adventures of its eponymous hero from birth through three decades, this acclaimed stage adaptation presents a plethora of brilliant characters from the original novel: the Peggottys; 'umble Heep; eccentric Aunt Betsey and Steerforth, young David's champion. Two actors play David Copperfield: one the young David, the other David's older self, each interacting throughout. This clever device moves the play effortlessly from scene to scene, ensuring a vigorous momentum for the narrative.

CASTING: 13m, 10f
CASTING ATTRIBUTES: Expandable casting, Room for Extras
CASTING NOTES: Minimum cast of 13 plu extras
Full Length Play, Drama
Adaptations (Literature), Period
Time Period - 19th Century
Settings Of Play - Various interior and exterior settings
Unit Set/Multiple Settings

Publisher: Samuel French Ltd
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780573017759
Publishing status: OS Archived