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Sancho - (Oberon Modern Plays) by Paterson Joseph (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Born on a slave ship in 1729, later becoming the fellow actor and friend of David Garrick and the first black person of African origin to vote in Britain, the life of Charles Ignatius Sancho was full of surprising, moving and funny twists.As Thomas Gainsborough paints his famous portrait, we are given an insight into the forgotten but true story of an African man who dared to act, write, sing, dance and voice his political opinion with wit and charm.
- About the Author: Born in London, Paterson Joseph attended LAMDA, and has worked extensively in British drama and comedy programs, as well as critically acclaimed performances in a number of theatre productions.
- 98 Pages
- Drama, European
- Series Name: Oberon Modern Plays
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About the Book
The true story of Charles Ignatius Sancho, who became the first black person of African origin to vote in Britain.Book Synopsis
Born on a slave ship in 1729, later becoming the fellow actor and friend of David Garrick and the first black person of African origin to vote in Britain, the life of Charles Ignatius Sancho was full of surprising, moving and funny twists.As Thomas Gainsborough paints his famous portrait, we are given an insight into the forgotten but true story of an African man who dared to act, write, sing, dance and voice his political opinion with wit and charm. One of the UK's finest actors, Paterson Joseph (Peep Show, Emperor Jones, Survivors) brings Sancho to life in this world premiere at the Burton Taylor Studio.Review Quotes
"This book deserves a place on every actor's, director's and playwright's shelf." --The New Yorker
About the Author
Born in London, Paterson Joseph attended LAMDA, and has worked extensively in British drama and comedy programs, as well as critically acclaimed performances in a number of theatre productions. Sancho is his first play.Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.1 Inches (W) x .3 Inches (D)
Weight: .2 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Oberon Modern Plays
Sub-Genre: European
Genre: Drama
Number of Pages: 98
Publisher: Oberon Books
Theme: English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Format: Paperback
Author: Paterson Joseph
Language: English
Street Date: August 28, 2012
TCIN: 1002819387
UPC: 9781849431491
Item Number (DPCI): 247-37-3845
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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