
THE - BEAUX STRATAGEM;
A COMEDY, - IN FIVE ACTS; - By GEORGE FARQUHAR, Esq.
REMARKS.
DRAMATIS PERSONÆ.
ACT THE FIRST. - SCENE I.
ACT THE SECOND. - SCENE I.
ACT THE THIRD. - SCENE I.
ACT THE FOURTH. - SCENE I.
ACT THE FIFTH. - SCENE I.
Set in a bustling English inn, the play opens with a frantic scramble as a coach arrives, bringing with it a pair of charming yet duplicitous gentlemen. Their polished manners hide a scheme to outwit a collection of hopeful lovers and opportunistic families, setting the tone for a fast‑moving comedy of mistaken identities. Farcical misunderstandings blend with sharp, witty dialogue, showcasing the era’s sparkling repartee while gently poking fun at social pretensions.
Among the lively cast, a quick‑tempered father, a mischievous daughter, and a bewildered lady of means each add their own brand of humor. The clever banter between the two roguish heroes and the earnest, sometimes naive, characters creates a whirl of intrigue that keeps listeners turning up their ears. Listeners will enjoy the bright, lively pacing and the way the play balances romance, satire, and a generous dose of good‑natured chaos.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (121K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
Release date
2011-08-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

d. 1707
Best known for the sparkling comedies The Recruiting Officer and The Beaux' Stratagem, this Irish playwright brought unusual warmth and energy to Restoration theater. His work still feels lively for the way it mixes wit, romance, and a sharp eye for human behavior.
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