"The Old Card" by Roland Pertwee is a story about Eliphalet Cardomay, an experienced actor trying to find his place in the changing world of theater. The book explores what it means to stay true to yourself when everything around you is evolving and examines how people connect in the intense environment of the acting world. It begins with Cardomay arriving in a small town, where he gets ready for a big London show. People in the town know him, and they treat him with respect but also find him a bit funny because he's old-fashioned. We quickly learn that Cardomay is a classic actor who now has to deal with the new ways of doing things in the theater. His relationships with those around him offer a mix of warm memories and funny moments, hinting at the hard times he'll face as he tries to make his mark on the stage again and make or break has career.
The Old Card
By Roland Pertwee
A respected, old-fashioned actor faces the challenge of a lifetime when he gets a chance to shine in a modern London play.
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About the AuthorRoland Pertwee was an English playwright, film and television screenwriter, director and actor. He was the father of Doctor Who actor Jon Pertwee and playwright and screenwriter Michael Pertwee. He was also the second cousin of actor Bill Pertwee and grandfather of actors Sean Pertwee and Dariel Pertwee.
Roland Pertwee was an English playwright, film and television screenwriter, director and actor. He was the father of Doctor Who actor Jon Pertwee and playwright and screenwriter Michael Pertwee. He was also the second cousin of actor Bill Pertwee and grandfather of actors Sean Pertwee and Dariel Pertwee.
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