The Belle's Stratagem

The Belle's Stratagem

"The Belle's Stratagem" is a romantic comedy of manners that premiered in 1780; it was the most successful work by Hannah Cowley. It drew its title from George Farquhar's play "The Beaux' Stratagem". Its double plotline comes to a dénouement at the masquerade ball of the last act.

The role of the ingenue heroine, Letitia Hardy, proved to be a successful vehicle in Paris for Harriet Smithson, who infatuated Hector Berlioz.

Characters include...

Kitty Willis, Tony, Saville, Courtall,Doricourt, Flutter, Villers, Mrs. Racket, Letitia Hardy, Old Hardy,Sir George Touchwood, Miss Ogle,Lady Frances Touchwood


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