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