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Barbarians
Maxim Gorky
The Barbarians Are Coming
by Luigi Jannuzzi
Synopsis
“I wonder what Barbarians talk about,” says one Medieval lord to the other.
“I don't know,” responds the other, as two hungry peasants peer in the window plotting to steal a biscuit for their families... A Monty Python-like play with a terrific message.
Two feudal lords trying to decide what type of tea to drink are interrupted by a serf who babbles hysterically about barbarians laying siege to the castle.
As the battle draws nearer, the serf grows more frenzied, while the lords converse on women and boulder heavers.
When the barbarians arrive, will raw muscle rule over culture and etiquette?
Hysterical moments and hilarious revelations climax in a powerful statement on who among us are the true barbarians.
Press Reviews
"An incredibly enjoyable piece to direct. Between the Monty Python-esque silliness of the script and the zany nature of the dialogue, we had a lot of fun. What makes this one-act so great is its ability to be outrageously humorous and yet leave audience members with an unexpected poignancy."
— Goshen College
Characters
| Character |
|---|
| Sidney Medieval Lord |
| Serf 12 |
| Barbarian |
| Godfree Medieval Lord |
Publication
The Barbarians Are Coming is a play written by Luigi Jannuzzi and published by Samuel French .
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