The Divine Mrs S.

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The Divine Mrs S. is a 2024 play by April De Angelis, premiered at the Hampstead Theatre from 22 March to 27 April 2024. [1] It covers events in the life of Sarah Siddons, particularly the premiere of De Monfort and her portrayal of Lady Macbeth.

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References

  1. "The Divine Mrs S."
  2. Akbar, Arifa (29 March 2024). "Review - The Divine Mrs S." The Guardian.
  3. "Review - The Divine Mrs S." TimeOut. 27 April 2024.