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The Waltz Of The Toreadors
Jean Anouilh
The Waltz of the Toreadors
by Jean Anouilh, Lucienne Hill
Awards & Recognition
Drama Critics Circle
Winner! New York Drama Critics Circle Award, Best Foreign Play
Synopsis
The story is told on two levels: one comic and one bitter.
The blustery sex farce concerns a general who fancies himself to be a toreador with the ladies, but he is disgusted with himself and the hollowness of his triumphs.
Among the author's most psychologically compelling works, the New York premiere featured Ralph Richardson and Mildred Natwick.
Press Reviews
"Comic entertainment of striking excellence...A stunning sardonic triumph."
— New York Post
"Witty and sparkling...A hilarious comedy...hit."
— New York Mirror
Publication
The Waltz of the Toreadors is a comedy play written by Jean Anouilh and published by Samuel French .
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Fee: Minimum Fee: $110 per performance
Restrictions: Major Markets Only (US) / Standard Restriction (UK)
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