In The Dark
Examiner of Plays' Summary:
An officer, temporarily blinded in the war, falls in love with the young lady who reads to him and her with him. After some rather insipid comedy he takes off his bandages a day too soon, but happily finds he can see and they fall into one another's arms. Recommended for license, G. S. Street
Researcher's Summary:
When it was submitted for licence, there was no author listed for this play, but the 'Western Daily Press' notes that it was written by Cuthbert Hicks (6/2/1916). It was written and performed for a Special Matinee in aid of the funds of the Bristol branch of the British Red Cross Society. The theatre was full and the programme included both professional and amateur performances. Cuthbert Hicks and his wife Alice, both performed in 'In the Dark', playing the blinded soldier and his nurse.
Licensed On: 8 Feb 1916
License Number: 50
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British Library Reference: LCP1916/2
British Library Classmark: Add MS 66123 U
Performances
| Date | Theatre | Type | |
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| 15 Feb 1916 | Prince's Theatre, Bristol | Unknown |
Licensed Performance
Read Narrative
Performed as part of a special matinee being given in aid of the funds of the Bristol branch of the British Red Cross Society. The Duchess of Beaufort (president of the Bristol branch of the British Red Cross Society) accompanied by Lady Blanche Somerset and Lady Diana Somerset, occupied a box, and amongst other patrons present were the Lady Mayoress (Mrs Barclay Baron), the Sheriff of Bristol and Mrs H.E. Chattock. The programme was a comprehensive one. (see The Era, 23 February 1916)
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