This classic play by William Shakespeare tells the story of the tragic love affair between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra. Set against the backdrop of war and political intrigue, it is a timeless tale of passion, ambition, and betrayal. The Queen's Theatre production, directed by Louis Calvert, brings this gripping drama to life on stage. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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