The Royal Family
Synopsis
George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber collaborated on this 1927 hit comedy about an eminent and slightly eccentric theatrical clan. A Barrymore-like brood, the Cavendishes are as flamboyant offstage as they are on. Their real-life family drama occurs in a Manhattan apartment when the grand matriarch, Fanny Cavendish, learns that her daughter and granddaughter may both be giving up the stage for marriage. Theatre legends Rosemary Harris, Eva LeGallienne, Sam Levene and Ellis Rabb have great fun portraying characters they know all too well from their years on stage.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ellis Rabb, Kirk Browning
- Screenplay & Story
- George S. Kaufman, Edna Ferber
- Original Title
- The Royal Family
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Broadway Theatre Archive
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ellis Rabb, Kirk Browning
George S. Kaufman, Edna Ferber
Department Leadership Roster
Ellis Rabb
Director
George S. Kaufman
Writer
Kirk Browning
Director
Edna Ferber
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Royal Family
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What is The Royal Family about?
George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber collaborated on this 1927 hit comedy about an eminent and slightly eccentric theatrical clan. A Barrymore-like brood, the Cavendishes are as flamboyant offstage as they are on. Their real-life family drama occurs in a Manhattan apartment when the grand matriarch, Fanny Cavendish, learns that her daughter and granddaughter may both be giving up the stage for marriage. Theatre legends Rosemary Harris, Eva LeGallienne, Sam Levene and Ellis Rabb have great fun portraying characters they know all too well from their years on stage.
Who directed The Royal Family?
The Royal Family was directed by Ellis Rabb, Kirk Browning.
Who stars in The Royal Family?
The principal cast of The Royal Family includes Donald Barton, Rosemary Harris, Eva Le Gallienne, Ellis Rabb, Mary Layne.
When was The Royal Family released and how long is it?
The Royal Family was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.