Dirty Linen & New Found Land
by Tom Stoppard

Name: Dirty Linen & New Found Land
Brand: Tom Stoppard
SKU: 9780573111099
Rating: 3.47 (134 reviews)

Dirty Linen & New Found Land Book Cover — Dirty Linen & New Found Land Cover

Highlights

Medium Cast

Female

Male

One Act British

What readers are saying

Readers find 'Dirty Linen & New Found Land' to be a topical and entertaining pair of interlocked plays that cleverly critiques the relationship between the press and politicians. Many appreciate Stoppard's wit and the farcical elements, although some felt the dialogue in 'New Found Land' detracted from the overall experience. The plays' themes and humor resonate well with contemporary audiences, making them feel relevant even decades after their original production.

Clever critique of press and politiciansStoppard's wit shines throughEngaging farcical elementsSome dialogue feels tediousBritish humor may alienate some

Synopsis

Dirty Linen concerns the investigation of a Select Committee into the moral standards of the House of Commons - a somewhat unconventional investigation, rendered not less so by the presence of an ultra-sexy secretary whose clothes have a trick of whisking off in the hands of various members.

New-Found-Land is a duologue between two Home Office officials, with a tour-de-force speech on America by one of them.2 women, 8 men