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Captain Jack Absolute is in love with the beautiful, wealthy heiress Lydia Languish. But she has romantic notions to marry a humble soldier. To win her affections, Jack assumes the role of a penniless ensign. However, Lydia runs the risk of losing half her inheritance if she upsets her Aunt, the social climbing Mrs Malaprop - ".. Read more

Starring Selina Cadell, Anna Madeley, David Burke
Director Rachel Kavanaugh
Genres Music/Musical

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The Rivals

Captain Jack Absolute is in love with the beautiful, wealthy heiress Lydia Languish. But she has romantic notions to marry a humble soldier. To win her affections, Jack assumes the role of a penniless ensign. However, Lydia runs the risk of losing half her inheritance if she upsets her Aunt, the social climbing Mrs Malaprop - "the very pineapple of politeness". Set in Bath, The Rivals is a sparkling summer comedy of wit, love and marriage.

Starring Selina Cadell, Anna Madeley, David Burke
Director Rachel Kavanaugh
Studio HERITAGE THEATRE LTD
Run time DVD: 2 hrs 27 mins
Certificate Certificate PG
Genres Music/Musical
Language DVD: English
Released To Rent:
DVD: 20 Sep 2004

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    • The Rivals
      Captain Jack Absolute is in love with the beautiful, wealthy heiress Lydia Languish. But she has romantic notions to marry a humble soldier. To win her affections, Jack assumes the role of a penniless ensign. However, Lydia runs the risk of losing half her inheritance if she upsets her Aunt, the ...