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Latest revision as of 17:49, 22 December 2020
The Destruction of Jerusalem by Titus Vespasian (1677) is a play by John Crowne.
Abstract
This Jerusalem play is divided in two parts of five acts each. The second part commences with the siege and terminates with the destruction of the city. The characters are the same for both parts.
Editions, performances
Premiered at the Theatre Toyal, in London, England, on 12 & 18 Jan 1677, and achieved a phenomenal contemporary success, due to the lavish decor and the sensational scenic devices that were employed.