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Berenice

Berenice

Written by: Jean Racine
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In this poignant tale, Titus, the powerful emperor of Rome, is torn between his love for Berenice, the queen of Palestine, and the political realities of his empire. Although he yearns to marry her, he ultimately concludes that Rome may not accept a foreign queen. Faced with this heartbreaking decision, Berenice refuses to remain in a place where her love is unwelcome and departs from Rome, leaving both characters to navigate their shattered dreams. Unlike many of Racines other works, this play offers a glimpse of survival amidst heartache. - Summary by ToddHW
Cast list Titus, emperor of Rome Adrian Stephens Berenice, queen of Palestine WendyKatzHiller Antiochus, king of Commagene ToddHW Paulinus, a friend of Titus Tchaikovsky Arsaces, a friend of Antiochus Alan Mapstone Phoenice, a friend of Berenice Jenn Broda Rutilus, a Roman Larry Wilson Stage Directions Sonia Editing ToddHW

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