A compact, razorsharp farce by William Dean Howells that still delights with its nimble timing and quiet malice. Wit crackles in every scene. In a single act of polished comedy, Howells turns an ordinary domestic moment into a study of manners and misapprehension, the small theatrical detonations that create humorous domestic conflict without melodrama. Short, stageready and wickedly observant, The MouseTrap reads equally well as a period piece script for historically informed productions and as a classic oneact drama for modern companies its clean structure and brisk dialogue make it an appealing choice for American stage comedy programmes and community theatre lineups. Directors appreciate its modest demands and actors its tight, readable turns the piece is economical to stage but generous in performance possibilities, a concise demonstration of craft rather than a spectacle. Written in the context of late 19th century literature, The MouseTrap is a telling example of how realistic American playwrights could marry everyday observation with comic invention. Its compactness makes it an ideal classroom piece and a showpiece for student companies its subtle satirical bite rewards close reading and repeat performance. As a Victorian farce play and a compact specimen of social satire theatre, it supplies teachers and performers with a concise lesson in timing, tone and social detail ideal for inclusion in a drama students collection or as a literature curriculum resource....

Binding: Paperback;60 pages; Publisher: Alpha Editions; Classification: N/A; Weight: 222.97 g; Dimensions: N/A

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