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Drama
T. H. | April 19, 1919 issue

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This article presents information on the drama "The Jest," by Frank Stockton being staged at the Plymouth Theatre in New York City. "The Jest," is the story of a meek young man who is sent down as a diver to investigate the hold of a long-buried ship. The play reaches America under extraordinarily favorable auspices. Indeed at times it is difficult to tell whether it is blank verse, read as prose or poetic prose, rhythmically cadenced. The general effect is of poetic richness without monotony. After seeing "The Jest" one is led to wonder what success certain of the Elizabethans would have if entrusted to such a capable combination of actors, artist and producer.

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JEST, The (Theatrical production); THEATER; DRAMA; STOCKTON, Frank; PLYMOUTH Theatre (New York, N.Y.); NEW York (N.Y.); NEW York (State); UNITED States
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