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The Vampire, a play written by J.R. Planche, premiered on the London stage in 1820 as the first appearance of the vampire as an image of sophistication and nobility.

Cast of Characters
•Lord Ruthven-ancient vampire who marries and drains the blood of young women.

•Lady Margaret-daughter of Lord Ronald and Lord Ruthven's intended.

•Lord Ronald-father of Margaret, and best friends with Lord Ruthven.

•Unda and Ariel-spirits who try to warn Margaret about the vampire.

•Robert-middle class man, friends with Ronald.

•Effie-Robert's intended, a noble woman.

•Bridget, Bri, Richard, M'Swill-lower class workers and servants.

•chorus- various spirits and villagers. Planche, James Robinson. "The Vampire" London: John Lowndes, 1820. Web.