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The Rivals
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Nominated For:
Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Play (Dana Ivey)
Best Costume Design of a Play (Jess Goldstein)
WINNER
Vivian Beaumont Theatre
Opening Date: December 16, 2004
Final Performance: January 23, 2005
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The Story
Set in Bath, a British resort town, Richard Brinsley Sheridan's rollicking comedy of manners and mistaken identities depicts a world where anyone will go to the greatest of lengths to in search of true love. Miss Lydia Languish, an idealistic and wealthy young woman, insists on marrying a poor man for the sake of true love. As a result, the equally wealthy Captain Jack Absolute, who loves Lydia body and soul, must offer himself to her in the guise of a poor naval officer. A number of secondary characters take part in Jack's pursuit, including the acrimonious Sir Anthony Absolute, Jack's father; the infamously misspoken Mrs. Malaprop, Lydia's aunt; and the likable Bob Acres, Jack's former friend and future foe.
History
The first performance of The Rivals took place on January 17, 1775. It was not a success, but Sheridan's subsequent revision of the comedy was a hit, and the play became a classic.
More The Rivals stuff!
Cast and Production Credits from Internet Broadway Database
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