Bérénice, l'Hérodienne (1919 Du Bois), play

Bérénice, l'Hérodienne <French> (1919) is a play by Albert Du Bois.

Abstract

“Héroï-comédie” in 3 acts. Berenice became the reincarnation of a lofty ideal. She preached justice, love and peace on earth; and Titus was accused of being enslaved by the spirit of the very people he had conquered. Not betraying her cause, she left Titus to save him from being murdered.

Editions, performances

Premiered in Paris, France: Comédie-Française, 13 Nov 1919; with great success of public and critic.