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The Public Eye
Peter Shaffer
The Private Ear
by Peter Shaffer
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about the play, finding it both humorous and sad. Some appreciate the characters, especially Bob's earnestness, while others feel the realism detracts from enjoyment. Overall, there's recognition of the dark comedic elements but a sense that it might not resonate with everyone.
Humorous character dynamicsEngaging portrayal of earnestnessInsightful dark comedyToo realistic for someNot everyone's cup of tea
Synopsis
The Private Ear, a one-act play by Peter Shaffer was first presented at the Globe theatre, London, on May 10th, 1962, by H.M.
Tennent Ltd, with the following cast: Ted... ...
Douglas Livingstone Tchaik...
Terry Scully Doreen...
Maggie Smith
Press Reviews
"Delightful ... are deftly contrived, cheerfully entertaining."
— N.Y. Herald Tribune
Characters
| Character |
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TEDBOBDOREEN |
Publication
PublisherSamuel French
Year1962
BindingPaperback
Pages50
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780573624179
ISBN-100573624178
The Private Ear is a American comedy play written by Peter Shaffer and published by Samuel French (1962).
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Samuel French · 1962 · 50 pp
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