Coward, Noel
Present Laughter: Play (Acting Edition)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780573013546
- author:
- Coward, Noel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Samuel French
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 97
- Dimensions:
- 21.59 x 13.97 x 0.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Drama texts: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Garry Essendine's life is one of indulgence and excess, but his universe is about to be turned upside down. As his wife discovers the full extent of his infidelities, the carefully constructed facade begins to crumble. Noël Coward's Present Laughter premiered in 1949, a time when the social fabric was undergoing significant change. This play offers a glimpse into the lives of the privileged few, where the rules of propriety are constantly being tested. A witty and engaging drama that explores the complexities of relationships and the consequences of one's actions, Present Laughter is a thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with audiences today.