The Covent Garden Theatre, or Pasquin Turn'd Drawcansir

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Macklin, Charles, approximately 1697-1797.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Covent Garden Theatre, or Pasquin Turn'd Drawcansir" by Charles Macklin is a satirical play written in the mid-18th century. This work serves as an afterpiece, a genre characterized by short comedic performances added to longer theatrical presentations during the period. The primary focus of the play is on the social follies of the time, offering a humorous critique of the public and their follies, particularly in the context of the theatre and London society. The play unfolds through the character of Pasquin, who acts as a public censor, addressing and ridiculing various societal figures and their vices. The narrative lacks a conventional plot and primarily serves as a platform for Macklin's sharp social commentary, delivered through exaggerated characters and witty dialogue. Pasquin and his companion Marforio engage with a series of characters that personify the absurdities and moral weaknesses of early 18th-century English society, using satire to explore themes of pretentiousness, gaming, and decency. The farce culminates in a rich tapestry of comedic encounters and reflections on the nature of public opinion, theatricality, and human behavior, ultimately leaving the audience with a blend of laughter and critical thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Louise Hope, Joseph Cooper, Alex Buie, The Type-In Addicts, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2009-12-02