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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, translations

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.

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