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First Love (play)

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First Love is a 1795 sentimental comedy play by the British playwright Richard Cumberland. It was first performed at the Drury Lane Theatre in May 1795.[1] Frederick Mowbray becomes the protector of Sabrina Rosny after her abandonment by Lord Sensitive.[2]

References

  1. ^ Nicoll p.128
  2. ^ Nicoll p.129

Bibliography

  • Mudford, William. The Life of Richard Cumberland. Sherwood, Neely & Jones, 1812.
  • Nicoll, Allardyce. A History of English Drama 1660-1900. Volume III: Late Eighteenth Century Drama. Cambridge University Press, 1952.