Boadicea Onstage before 1800, a Theatrical and Colonial History.

An essay is presented which explores British theatrical representations of the first century British warrior queen Boadicea from 1600 to 1800. Plays including "The Tragedie of Bonduca," by John Fletcher, "Boadicea, Queen of Britain," by Charles Hopkins, and "A History of Britain," by John Milton are examined and particular focus is given to Boadicea's femininity. The cost of war, Boadicea's role as mother, and her characterization as a warrior are also discussed.