SUMMARY:  John Lewis (1713-1792), a commoner, won a court case against a gatekeeper which ultimately required Her Royal Highness Princess Amelia (1711-1786) to allow a limited pedestrian way through Richmond Park – a royal park.

In this skit, three boys find out they can walk through a park that had previously been reserved only for royalty. But how exactly can they do that?

• Type:  True information; made-up skit
• Time and Region:  Near Richmond Park, England in 1758
• Grades:  9-12
• Cast:  3
• Performance Time:  5-8 minutes

***The skit includes substantial background information, map, photos, and sources.

WHERE HAS THIS BEEN USED?

• History classes as reader’s theatre
• Drama showcases
• Homeschool events
• Museums

Dedicated to the Museum of Richmond, England. Check LOOK INSIDE! to the left.