Great War Theatre

Examiner of Plays' Summary:

A simple and moving little sketch of the great day in the lives of a loyal old Welsh collier and his wife, who finds the telegram in which they fear news of their soldier-son's wounding or death, announcing his award of the V.C. and conveying their invitation to Buckingham palace for the investiture. The piece is full of pretty homely touches: and its references to the King's kindliness and tis appreciation by his humbler subjects are marked by perfect taste and sincere feeling. Recommended for licence. Ernest A. Bendall.

Licensed On: 27 Nov 1918

License Number: 1886

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British Library Reference: LCP1918/20

British Library Classmark: Add MS 66202 Q

Performances

Date Theatre Type
29 Nov 1918 Royal Assembly Rooms, Tenby Unknown Licensed Performance
9 Jun 1919 Empire Theatre, Tonypandy Professional
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An advert in The Stage referred to the successful production in Whit Week. The author was performing in the play, along with Edmund Gwenn.
29 Nov 1929 Radio Performance, Cardiff Other
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This was a radio broadcast given from Cardiff at 9.35pm. It included the Ogmor Gleemen, conducted by John Rees, with Annie Rees singing.