The true-born Irishman : or, Irish fine lady : a comedy of two acts

Set in a bustling Dublin drawing‑room, the play opens with the ever‑garrulous Murrogh O’Dogherty and his retinue of servants and friends. A colorful parade of characters—counsellor Hamilton, Major Gamble, a host of ladies and gentlemen—floods the stage, each brandishing a distinctive Irish wit that riffs on social pretensions and the clash between local customs and fashionable English affectations.

In the first act O’Dogherty discovers an invitation to a lavish card‑playing party hosted by the newly returned Mrs. Diggerty, whose “London vertigo” has turned the modest Irish lady into a flamboyant socialite. The banter spirals into a satirical debate about language, identity, and the absurdities of a society eager to emulate the English elite, all while the characters plot their attendance at the upcoming gathering.

The comedy balances razor‑sharp dialogue with warm, rib‑tickling moments, offering listeners a lively snapshot of 19th‑century Irish society. Its quick‑paced repartee and vivid characters make it an entertaining listen for anyone who enjoys clever satire and a taste of historical humor.