The Gamester
The Gamester is a domestic tragedy by Edward Moore (1712 – 1757)[1].
Originally produced in 1753 with Garrick in the leading character of Beverley the gambler. The play was often produced in England and the United States in the 18th century.
Performance history in South Africa
1808: Performed in the African Theatre by the Garrison Players on 2 July 1808, followed by Taste (Foote) as afterpiece.
1824: Performed by the Garrison Players on 2 October in the African Theatre, with Miss in her Teens (Garrick).
Translations and adaptations
Sources
F.C.L. Bosman. 1928. Drama en Toneel in Suid-Afrika, Deel I: 1652-1855. Pretoria: J.H. de Bussy. [2]: pp. 76, 109, 186
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Moore_(dramatist)
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