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Present laughter

Noël Coward

194387 pagesabout 1–2 hours
1943
first published
  • 1943Doubleday · 222 pages · ENG
  • 1947Doubleday · 222 pages · ENG
  • 1949French · 97 pages · ENGISBN 9780573013546
  • 1949French · 107 pages · ENG
  • 1949S. French · 107 pages · ENG
  • 1997L.A.Theatre Works · 87 pages · ENGISBN 9781580813280
  • 2007Methuen Drama · 128 pagesISBN 9781408101483

Garry Essendine, a popular and pampered actor, is busily making preparations for an extended tour. His apartment is invaded by Daphne, a beautiful but stage struck youngster. When his wife, his partners, and his numerous admirers arrive, Garry is hard pressed to escape an embarrassing and easily misinterpreted situation. With typical Coward repartee and dazzling wit, he sidesteps complications and mounting confusion. Having locked Daphne in a room, he flees his flat with his wife, with whom he has been reunited. This audacious comedy was a success in New York and London.

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