The School for Scandal - Sheridan, Richard Brinsley
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"The School for Scandal" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a timeless comedy of manners that offers a satirical glimpse into the hypocritical world of 18th-century London society. Set amidst the backdrop of high society and gossip-filled drawing rooms, the play follows the lives of various characters as they navigate love, deception, and social intrigue. At the heart of the play is the scandalous behavior of Lady Sneerwell and her circle of gossipmongers, who delight in spreading rumors and ruining reputations. Meanwhile, Sir Peter Teazle, an aging bachelor, finds himself embroiled in marital…mehr

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"The School for Scandal" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a timeless comedy of manners that offers a satirical glimpse into the hypocritical world of 18th-century London society. Set amidst the backdrop of high society and gossip-filled drawing rooms, the play follows the lives of various characters as they navigate love, deception, and social intrigue. At the heart of the play is the scandalous behavior of Lady Sneerwell and her circle of gossipmongers, who delight in spreading rumors and ruining reputations. Meanwhile, Sir Peter Teazle, an aging bachelor, finds himself embroiled in marital discord with his young and flirtatious wife, Lady Teazle. As the plot unfolds, secrets are revealed, misunderstandings abound, and true character is put to the test. Sheridan's razor-sharp wit and clever dialogue make "The School for Scandal" a delightfully entertaining romp through the foibles of human nature. From witty repartee to farcical misunderstandings, the play is filled with memorable characters and hilarious situations that keep audiences laughing from start to finish.
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Richard Brinsley Butler Sheridan (30 Octr 1751 ¿ 7 July 1816) was an Irish satirist, politician, playwright, poet and long-term owner of the London Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. He is known for his plays such as The Rivals, The School for Scandal, The Duenna and A Trip to Scarborough. He was also a Whig MP for 32 years in the British House of Commons for Stafford (1780¿1806), Westminster (1806¿1807), and Ilchester (1807¿1812). He is buried at Poets' Corner in Westminster Abbey. His plays remain a central part of the canon and are regularly performed worldwide.