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Present Laughter
by Noël Coward
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Readers find 'Present Laughter' to be a delightful and humorous farce that showcases Noël Coward's sharp wit and engaging characters. Many appreciate its clever dialogue and the light-hearted chaos surrounding the main character, Garry Essendine. The play is praised for its fast pace and entertaining scenarios, making it a favorite among theatre enthusiasts.
Hilarious and entertaining Clever dialogue and characters Fast-paced farcical fun A bit dated for some audiences
Synopsis
At the centre of his own universe sits matinee idol Garry Essendine: suave, hedonistic and too old, says his wife, to be having numerous affairs.
His line in harmless, infatuated debutantes is largely tolerated but playing closer to home is not.
Just before he escapes on tour to Africa the full extent of his misdemeanours is discovered.
And all hell breaks loose.
No锟絣 Coward's Present Laughter premiered in the early years of the Second World War just as such privileged lives were threatened with fundamental social change.
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Publication
Publisher Samuel French
Year 1976
Binding Paperback
Edition Acting
Pages 156
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9780573013546
ISBN-10 0573013543
Present Laughter is a British comedy play written by Noël Coward and published by Samuel French in London (1976).
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