Edward My Son

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Event Edward My Son
Venue Theatre Royal, Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand
First Date 7 March 1950
Last Date 13 March 1950
Dates Estimated No
Status Unknown
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description Tells the story of Arnold Holt, who advances ruthlessly to wealth, power, and position because of his determination that his only son, who is never present in the flesh but always in the wings, shall have the best of everything. Edward is ruined by his father's misguided love, and others suffer as Holt rises to power.
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Drama
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Harvey Adams Actor
Sydney Conabere Actor
Guy Doleman Actor
Barrett Fleming Actor
Ellis Irving Actor Dr Larry Parker
Lloyd Lamble Actor
Betty McDowall Actor
Robert Morley Actor Arnold Holt
Lynne Murphy Actor
Eric Reiman Actor
Sophie Stewart Actor Mrs Holt
Anthony Ward Actor
Bettina Welch Actor
Noel Langley Playwright
Robert Morley Playwright
Works
Text Nationality England
Further Information 'A milestone in dramatic history' (Ad) Doleman & Welch were NZ actors.
Event Status Completed
Data Set Theatre Aotearoa
Event Identifier 205826