How The Other Half Loves
by Alan Ayckbourn

Name: How The Other Half Loves
Brand: Alan Ayckbourn
SKU: 9780573111662
Rating: 3.68 (97 reviews)

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Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

120 minsBritish Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers find 'How The Other Half Loves' to be a remarkable and funny farce that showcases Alan Ayckbourn's unique talent. Many appreciate the intricate plotting and character dynamics, noting the play's success in live performances compared to reading it. The themes of lies and misunderstandings resonate well in the comedic context, making it an engaging experience.

Remarkable and funny farceIntricate plotting and character dynamicsEngaging live performanceHumor may not translate well on page

Synopsis

There are three couples in this play, the men all working for the same firm.

One of the younger men is having an affair with the wife of the oldest, and when each returns home suspiciously late one night or early one morning they invent a story about having to spend some time smoothing domestic matters in the home of the third couple.

Both living rooms are shown in the single set, and both share a common dining room which takes on a character of its own as it serves two dinners simultaneously on two different nights.

Of course, the third couple have to show up to put the fat in the fire, but that complication only adds to the fun of this famous farce.