A Laughing Matter
by April de Angelis

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Readers enjoy the humor and engaging characters in this play. The strong central plot contributes to a vivid and entertaining experience. The background material adds valuable context, enhancing appreciation of the work.

Very funny and engagingStrong central plotWell-developed charactersNone noted

Synopsis

Set in the 16th century, around the life and times of Garrick, Goldsmith, Boswell, Johnson, Peg Woffington and a galaxy of others, de Angelis's new play is a rollicking round of argument, politics, sex and duels.

Produced by Out of Joint Theatre Company (directed by Max Stafford-Clark) the play will tour and play the Lyttelton stage at the National Theatre.

The production will run from 14 October 2002 to March 2003.

Publication

PublisherFaber & Faber
Year2002
BindingPaperback
EditionMain
Pages96
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780571217724
ISBN-100571217729
LCCN2005412665
LCCPR6054.E1317 L38 2002

A Laughing Matter is a British comedy play written by April de Angelis and published by Faber & Faber (2002).

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