John of Procida (play)

John of Procida: The Bridals of Messina is an 1840 historical tragedy by the Irish writer James Sheridan Knowles. It is based on the life of the thirteenth century Italian physician and diplomat. It premiered at the Covent Garden Theatre in London.[1]

John of Procida
Written byJames Sheridan Knowles
Date premiered19 September 1840
Place premieredCovent Garden Theatre, London
Original languageEnglish
GenreTragedy
SettingMessina, 13th Century

References edit

  1. ^ Nicoll p.329

Bibliography edit

  • Nicoll, Allardyce. A History of Early Nineteenth Century Drama 1800-1850. Cambridge University Press, 1930.