Abie's Irish Rose
| Abie's Irish Rose | |
|---|---|
Both the Broadway play and the radio series were highlighted in this poster for the 1946 film. | |
| Written by | Anne Nichols |
| Date premiered | May 23, 1922 |
| Place premiered | Fulton Theatre New York City |
| Original language | English |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Setting | New York |
Abie's Irish Rose is a popular comedy by Anne Nichols, which premiered in 1922. Initially a Broadway play, it has become familiar through repeated stage productions, films and radio programs. The basic premise involves an Irish Catholic girl and a young Jewish man who marry despite the objections of their families.