Apu Ollantay

This is one of the only (if not the only) Native American dramatic compositions known. It compares favorably with European dramas; it also gives a rare look at the inner workings of the Inca culture. This is the tale of Ollantay, a noble commoner who defies the Inca because of his love for the princess Cusi Coyllor, and thereby puts the empire into a state of rebellion. Ollantay combines tragedy and comedy, and has a vivid cast of male and female characters. This translation by Clements Markham follows the original closely and is very readable.

Title Page
Introduction
Acts and Scenes
Ollantay Dramatis Personæ

Act I

Scene 1
Scene 2
Scene 3
Scene 4
Scene 5

Act II

Scene 1
Scene 2
Scene 3

Act III

Scene 1
Scene 2
Scene 3
Scene 4
Scene 5
Scene 6
Scene 7