The Theatrocrat: A Tragic Play of Church and Stage

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Davidson, John, 1857-1909

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Theatrocrat: A Tragic Play of Church and Stage" by John Davidson is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Sir Tristram Sumner, the proprietor and manager of the Grosvenor Theatre, as he navigates the complex intersections of artistry, jealousy, and moral dilemmas involving the church and stage. Themes of conflict between personal ambition, artistic integrity, and societal expectations are likely at the forefront, providing a rich ground for exploring the tragic implications of these struggles. The opening of "The Theatrocrat" introduces us to Sir Tristram Sumner, who is revealed to be wrestling with deep-seated emotions concerning his former friend, Warwick Groom, who stands as a rival in both life and art. As Lady Sumner attempts to engage him in conversation about Groom's return, Tristram's reactions reveal a profound internal conflict characterized by resentment and complex feelings that intertwine love and hatred. The dialogue hints at the tensions that will unfold throughout the play, as Tristram perceives his relationship with Groom as not just personal animosity but as indicative of a larger struggle between conflicting pursuits of passion and duty, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of identity, ambition, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

To the generation knocking at the door

Introduction: Wordsworth's immorality and mine. Heaven and hell. Interlude. God and sin

The theatrocrat: a tragic play of church and stage.

Credits:

Produced by C. P. Boyko

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2017-01-11