ALCUIN: a Fierce & Elegant Plea for the Rights of Women

In 1797, when Quaker schoolmaster Alcuin debates with Mrs. Carter, a widow, about the status of women and women’s right to vote, sparks fly, but soon friendship and romance are in the air. Based on the book by Charles Brockden Brown.

Cast: 
Speaking roles: 1 m. ALCUIN 1 f. MRS. CARTER 1 m/f FRIEND (can be played by Mrs. Carter, in male attire) non-speaking: Guests at Mrs. Carter's Salon/Citizens of the Paradise of Women
Authors: 
Carolyn Balducci - adapted from the book by Charles Brockden Brown