The Distaff Side

For the American printer, see Edna Beilenson.

The Distaff Side is a 1933 comedy play by the British writer John Van Druten. It premiered at the King's Theatre, Edinburgh before beginning a 102-performance run at the Apollo Theatre in London between 5 September and 2 December 1933. It was produced by Gilbert Miller. The original cast included Sybil Thorndike, Martita Hunt, Clifford Evans, Edgar Norfolk and Viola Keats. Its New York run began in September 1934 and lasted for 177 performances at the Booth Theatre.^[1]

The Distaff Side
Written by	John Van Druten
Date premiered	14 February 1933
Place premiered	King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Original language	English
Genre	comedy