Pastiche A Romantic Farce in One Act
Pastiche A Romantic Farce in One Act by Nicholas J. Hall is a drama published by S. French in 1978. This edition spans 38 pages and is presented in English. The play centers around Sir Peter, who has arranged a dinner for his companion, Viola, a young chorus girl, only to realize he has forgotten his wedding anniversary. The evening takes a chaotic turn when his wife, Lady Alexandra, returns home early, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings involving disguises and mistaken identities.
Readers will find a lively exploration of romantic entanglements and the humorous consequences of forgetfulness. The narrative unfolds with characters including Sir Peter, Viola, Lady Alexandra, and the butler Medford, who all contribute to the farcical atmosphere. As the evening progresses, the comedic elements escalate with Medford’s various disguises, culminating in a resolution where Sir Peter and Lady Alexandra reconcile over their anniversary supper. This play offers a glimpse into the dynamics of relationships and the chaos that can ensue from a simple oversight.
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Romantic Farce
Nick Hall
Characters: 2 male, 2 female
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Sir Peter, has planned a dinner for two. His companion is Viola, a young chorus girl. But he’s forgotten it’s his wedding anniversary– his wife, Lady Alexandra, comes home early and aided by the butler, Medford, turns Sir Peter’s evening into a shambles. Medford interrupts the dinner disguised as a policeman– then Lady Alexandra appears in a Salvation Army uniform– then Medford in the guise of a gypsy violinist– and finally the two of them disguised as Sir Peter’s parents. Viola– unlike Sir Peter– is unaware of their true identity and leaves in a huff. Sir Peter and his wife make up and sit down to an anniversary supper.
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