Letitia Hardy schemes to win the heart of her betrothed, Doricourt, while he conspires to have the engagement annulled. Lady Frances Touchwood is introduced to fashionable London society, to the great consternation of her jealous husband, Sir George. This enchanting 18th century comedy of manners playfully looks at marriage and the roles men and women play. “The Belle’s Stratagem is the best dramatic production of a female pen…” The Critical Review, 1782.
playwright:
Hannah Cowley
Directed by:
Christopher M. Bohan '94
Season:
2011-2012
Evening Performances:
April 13-15 and 18-21, 2012