Moliere

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known popularly by his stage name Molière, is regarded as one of the masters of French comedic drama. When Molière began acting in Paris, there were two well-established theatrical companies, those of the Htel de Bourgogne and the Marais. Joining these theatrical companies would have been impossible for a new member of the acting profession like Molière and thus he performed with traveling troupes of actors in the French...

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known popularly by his stage name Molière, is regarded as one of the masters of French comedic drama. When Molière began acting in Paris there were two well-established theatrical companies, those of the Hôtel de Bourgogne and the Marais. Joining these theatrical companies would have been impossible for a new member of the acting profession like Molière and thus he performed with traveling troupes of actors in the French...

Don Juan, the "Seducer of Seville," originated as a hero-villain of Spanish folk legend, is a famous lover and scoundrel who has made more than a thousand sexual conquests. One of Molière's best-known plays, Don Juan was written while Tartuffe was still banned on the stages of Paris, and shared much with the outlawed play. Modern directors transform Don Juan in every new era, as each director finds something new to highlight in this timeless classic....

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, better known by his stage name of Moliere, stands without a rival at the head of French comedy. Born at Paris in January, 1622, where his father held a position in the royal household, he was educated at the Jesuit College de Clermont, and for some time studied law, which he soon abandoned for the stage. His life was spent in Paris and in the provinces, acting, directing performances, managing theaters, and writing plays. He...

Molière's late, elegant comedy, based on Plautus' Roman version, alludes to the love affairs of the French king. This is the fourth and final volume of Theatre Communication Group's series (with cover designs by Chip Kidd), completing trade publication of these vital theatrical works. Includes Richard Wilbur's translation notes.

Le Misanthrope est un chef-d'œuvre de la comédie classique française écrit par Molière en 1666. Il met en scène Alceste, un homme qui critique la société hypocrite et les faux-semblants des gens autour de lui, tout en luttant contre ses propres contradictions. Le livre est rempli d'une ironie acérée, de situations comiques, de personnages hauts en couleur, et de dialogues incisifs. Il explore les thèmes de l'amour, de l'amitié, de l'hypocrisie,...

Tartuffe, or The Impostor, or The Hypocrite, first performed in 1664, is one of the most famous theatrical comedies by Molière. The characters of Tartuffe, Elmire, and Orgon are considered among the greatest classical theatre roles.

Don Juan est un comédie écrite par Molière en 1665. Il met en scène le personnage de Don Juan, un séducteur invétéré qui se moque des conventions sociales et des conséquences de ses actions. Le livre est considéré comme l'une des œuvres les plus importantes de Molière et de la littérature française en général. Il est rempli de satire sociale et de personnages hauts en couleur. Il est également riche en humour, en ironie et en comédie...