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Tis Pity She's a Whore

Tis Pity She's a Whore

Written by: John Ford
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One of the most shocking plays produced in England during the reign of Charles I, 'Tis Pity She's A Whore chronicles the disastrous results of an incestuous affair between fatalistic Italian siblings, Giovanni and Annabella. As suitors vie for Annabella's hand, various webs of deception and revenge intertwine, culminating in a bloody finale. (Summary by Elizabeth Barr) CAST LISTBonaventura, a Friar/ Bergetto, Nephew to Donado: alanmapstoneA Cardinal, Nuncio to the Pope AND Banditti: Algy PugSoranzo, a Nobleman: tovarischFlorio, Citizen of Parma: Bob Neufeld Donado, Citizen of Parma: Arnie HortonGrimaldi, a Roman Gentleman: Ric FGiovanni, Son to Florio: Chuck WilliamsonRichardetto, a supposed Physician: Denny SayersVasques, Servant to Soranzo: Chris MarcellusPoggio, Servant to Bergetto: laurenburwellAnnabella, Daughter to Florio: Elizabeth BarrHippolita, Wife to Richardetto: Elizabeth KlettPhilotis, his Niece: Charlotte DuckettPutana, Tutoress to Annabella: Amanda FridayOfficer(s): Libby GohnServant: CaprishaPageNarrator: KristingjCopyright Drama Genre Art Drama & Plays
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