The Last Allegiance
Synopsis
(5m, 1f) Adapted from a section of the Persian epic, the Book of Kings, The Last Allegiance recounts the story of Prince Esfandiyar's final adventure. At the behest of his father, the King Goshtasp, Esfandiyar makes a journey across the desert to confront the ancient hero, Rostam. This full-length play weaves poetry, myth, and epic fight scenes together while asking: what are the consequences of unwavering loyalty to a bad leader?
THE LAST ALLEGIANCE is on the New Play Exchange.
Production History
The LAST ALLEGIANCE was part of the Gulfshore Playhouse's New Works Festival in 2016, and had a workshop reading at Spooky Action Theater in September 2014.
This play is available.
(5m, 1f) Adapted from a section of the Persian epic, the Book of Kings, The Last Allegiance recounts the story of Prince Esfandiyar's final adventure. At the behest of his father, the King Goshtasp, Esfandiyar makes a journey across the desert to confront the ancient hero, Rostam. This full-length play weaves poetry, myth, and epic fight scenes together while asking: what are the consequences of unwavering loyalty to a bad leader?
THE LAST ALLEGIANCE is on the New Play Exchange.
Production History
The LAST ALLEGIANCE was part of the Gulfshore Playhouse's New Works Festival in 2016, and had a workshop reading at Spooky Action Theater in September 2014.
This play is available.
