Don Garcia of Navarre; Or, the Jealous Prince. A Heroic Comedy in Five Acts.

Set against the glittering backdrop of the French court in the early 1660s, this five‑act heroic comedy follows a young Spanish prince newly arrived in Paris. Drawn to the vibrant taste for Iberian drama, the playwright blends the lofty language of French tragedy with the spirited flair of Spanish theatre, offering listeners a taste of courtly intrigue and poetic bravura.

At the heart of the story is Don Garcia, a noble yet impulsive figure whose love quickly turns into a consuming jealousy. As he wrestles with doubts, fears, and the anxiety of perceived rivalry, his noble bearing clashes with the absurdity of his own suspicions. The play captures his inner turmoil with sharp wit and elegant verse, presenting a portrait of passion that is both tender and comically self‑absorbed, inviting the audience to watch a prince teeter between heroic resolve and the petty pitfalls of the heart.