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The Norman Conquests
Alan Ayckbourn
Main CharactersNorman: A frustrated, charismatic, and deeply needy assistant librarian who believes he is conquering women to bring them happiness, despite causing total chaos. Annie: Norman's sister-in-law, a weary caretaker of her mother, who initially agrees to a secret weekend away with Norman out of pure exhaustion. Sarah: The high-strung, controlling wife of Reg, who tries to maintain order while being simultaneously appalled and secretly tempted by Norman's advances.
First Performance: 1973, at Library Theatre, Scarborough
A theatrical landmark; won the Evening Standard Award for Best Play and became a global success.
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