Synopsis
Becoming Eleanor
$9.99
Marsha Lee Sheiness with Robert Kalfin
Published by Dramatic Publishing
3 Male 3 Female
Considered the most extraordinary woman in 12th-century European history, Eleanor was a key figure in both French and English politics until her death at age 82
She defied the church and tradition, redefining what a woman could be and could do
Her remarkable journey, told in this play, shows how she became the most influential woman of her time, eventually ruling as queen of both France and England
Cast: 3 Male, 3 Female or may be expanded to as many as 32 actors
Area staging - runs about 2 hours
"In her time, Eleanor of Aquitaine was described as sophisticated, charming and clever. The same could be said about Becoming Eleanor" ~ Naples Daily News "The clever script is filled with wit, lyrical wordplay and sharp characterizations" ~ The News-Press, Fort Myers
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