The Octoroon - Premiere - London, November 18, 1861
Title
The Octoroon - Premiere - London, November 18, 1861
Description
The Octoroon opened in London on November 18, 1861 (though with understudy to Robertson in the role of Zoe Peyton. Robertson’s first night was November 19). For several weeks the Boucicaults performed The Octoroon as it was staged in America, ending with the character Zoe committing suicide. But London audiences vocally expressed their disapproval at the protracted and graphic death of the heroine.
Date
November 18, 1861
Spatial Coverage
51.5100524,-0.1250693
Type
Performance
Performances
