Full Description
First published in 1940, Rare Prologues and Epilogues: 1642-1700 edited by A. N. Wiley, is a meticulously curated anthology of theatrical prologues and epilogues from the Restoration era. Spanning the years 1642 to 1700, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural, political, and artistic landscape of 17th-century England. Featuring works performed at royal entertainments, revivals of classic plays, and original productions by renowned playwrights like John Dryden, the book highlights the wit, satire, and eloquence of the period's theatrical tradition. With its comprehensive introduction, detailed appendices, and indices, this volume serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and enthusiasts of English drama, shedding light on the interplay between theatre, politics, and society during a transformative era.
Contents
Introduction 1. Prologue and Epilogue to a Comedie Presented at the Entertainment of the Prince, 1642. 2. Prologue to His Majesty at the First Play... 3. Prologue to the Revived Alchemist, N.D. 4. Prologue to Calisto, 1675 5. Prologue To Pastor Fido, N.D. 6. Epilogues by Dryden... 7. Prologue and Epilogue Spoken at Mithridates, 1681 8. Prologue and Epilogue to the Royalist, N.D. 9. Prologue and Epilogue to Venice... 10. Prologue and Epiandue to the Loyal Brother, N. D. 11. Prologue and Epilogue to the City Heiress, 1682 12. Prologue and Epilogue to the Emperor of Morocco, 1682 13. Prologue and Epilogue to Anna Bullen, 1682 14. Prologue and Epilogue to Like Father, Like Son, 1682 15. Prologue and Epilogue to His Royal Highness.... 16. Prologue and Epilogue to Her Royal Highness... 17. To The Duke on His Return, 1682 18. Prologue and Epilogue at Oxford, 1682 19. Prologue and Epilogue to Romulus, 1682 20. Prologue and Epilogue to the King and Queeand1683 21. Prologue and Epilogue to the Duke of Guise, 1683 22. A Lenten Prologue Refused by the Players, N.D. 23. Prologue and Epilogue to the City Politicks, 1683 24. Prologue and Epilogue to Dame Dobson, 1683 25. Prologue and Epilogue to Constantine the Great, 1683 26. Prologue and Epilogue to the Disappointment, 1684 27. Prologue and Epilogue to the Northern Lass, 1684 28. Prologue and Epilogue to Sir Hercules Buffoon, 1684 29.andologue and Epilogue to a Duke and No Duke, 1684 30. Prologue and Epilogue to Sir Courtly Nice, 1685 31. Prologue and Epilogue to a Commonwealth of Women, 1685 32. Prologue and Epilogue to the Opera, N.D. 33. Prologue and Epilogue to Valentinian, N.D. 34. Prologue and Epilogue... 35. Prologue and Ethnic to the Squiandof Alsatia, 1688 36. Recantation Prologue Spoken by Haynes, 1689 37. Prologue to King William and Queen Mary, 1689 38. Prologue and Epilogue to the History of Bacon in Virginia, 1689 39. Prologue and Epilogue to the English Fryer, 1690 40. Prologue to Love for Love, N.D. 41. Musical Prologues and Epilogues 42. Prologue and Epandgue to the Wheel of Fortune, 1698 Appendices Index to the Fandt Lines General Index
