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When Anne learns the truth of his identity, will her anger and wounded pride destroy their love? - Summary by Kelly Taylor Cast List Sir Joshua Toppington Alan Mapstone Thorold HelloCentral Llaniston Tomas Peter Jilliot Craig Franklin Servant Andrew Gaunce Lady Toppington Wendy Katz Hiller Anne Blake Kelly S. Taylor Lloyd dc Davies Laurie Banza Stage Directions James R. 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