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Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, better known as Molière, stands as one of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature. His renowned play, Tartuffe, or The Hypocrite, first unveiled in 1664, showcases a compelling tale of deception and moral conflict. While initially embraced by the public and even by Louis XIV, the plays popularity faced challenges when the Archbishop of Paris issued a threatening edict against its performance and viewing. The narrative centers on Tartuffe, a duplicitous con artist posing as a pious individual, who cunningly embeds himself within Orgons household. As Orgon ...

Step into the whimsical world of The Imaginary Invalid (French Le Malade imaginaire), a captivating three-act comédie-ballet penned by the legendary French playwright Molière. First performed in 1673, this was the final masterpiece he created before his untimely passing. In a poignant twist of fate, Molière collapsed during his fourth performance as Argan on February 17 and died soon after. Join us for a delightful exploration of themes surrounding health, deception, and the absurdities of life. (Summary by Wikipedia)

The Miser is a witty comedy of manners that revolves around the life of Harpagon, a wealthy and miserly moneylender. His spirited children yearn to break free from his tight-fisted grip and pursue their own romantic passions. While the upper classes of 17th-century France may have taken issue with the plays themes, it offers a lighter touch and a more nuanced perspective than Molières earlier work, Tartuffe, which faced significant backlash upon its debut. (Summary by Wikipedia)

In Don Juan, Molière delivers a powerful critique of hypocrisy, perhaps even more biting than in Tartuffe. The protagonist is portrayed as a man of wealth, nobility, and audacity, who shows utter disregard for both divine and earthly authority. With impeccable manners but despicable principles, Don Juan embodies the archetype of a polished deceiver—an individual who exploits the privileges of his noble birth while shirking its responsibilities. Molière does not merely present the nobleman as a figure of ridicule; rather, he renders him a terrifying embodiment of moral decay. - Summary by ...

גבר מבוגר ואמיד עומד לשאת לאישה נערה צעירה, שאותה בודד מהעולם במשך שנים כדי שתגדל להיות לו רעיה נאמנה. בתעוזה אופיינית לועג הפעם מולייר לחרדה הגברית מנשים, מאיר...

Il Tartuffo è una delle tappe fondamentali dell’ascesa di Molière alla corte del Re Sole. Non ci sono dubbi sull’importanza di questa commedia nel percorso artistico di Jean-Baptiste Poquelin: con questo lavoro, si comincia a parlare molto di lui alla corte e non solo. C’erano stati già altri successi, naturalmente, ma quest’opera drammaturgica divertente colpiva i falsi devoti, per cui intorno all’autore si scatenò una rissa letteraria che lo pose al centro dell’attenzione di tutto il teatro francese del Seicento.

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Harpagons wahre Liebe im Leben ist das Geld. Die Kassette im Garten beäugt er so argwöhnisch wie seine Bediensteten, sein Haus verwahrlost durch seinen Geiz so wie er selbst. Weil auch die eigenen Kinder ihm langsam zu teuer werden, will er Tochter Elise kurzerhand mit einem reichen Witwer verheiraten und glaubt in Cléante eine arme und eben darum genügsame Frau für sich gefunden zu haben. Die aber ist verliebt in seinen Sohn - die Intrige um Geld und Liebesglück nimmt seinen Lauf.

Argán es prisionero de sí mismo. El terror a la muerte y el miedo a enfrentarse a la vida le tienen encadenado a su propio lecho, nada le importa, ni su familia, ni su mujer; es una persona cegada y egoísta, a la vez víctima y verdugo. Tan solo la astucia de Toñita, la criada, auténtico motor de la acción hará posible un desenlace donde triunfe el amor y queden en evidencia los intereses de las malas personas.

Familiarícese con los escritores más importantes del siglo XVII francés, que dieron forma al pensamiento político, filosófico y artístico y cuya influencia se puede sentir aún hoy en día en nuestra cultura. Profundice en sus obras y pensamientos con una selección de las citas esenciales que introducen sus ideas principales y delinean con claridad la estructura de su trabajo, a través de las propias palabras de Jean Racine, Molière, Corneille, Jean de la Bruyère, Jean de la Fontaine.

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Molière es un actor y dramaturgo francés. La obra de Molière, una treintena de comedias en verso o en prosa, acompañadas o no de ballet y de música, es uno de los pilares de la educación literaria en Francia y sigue gozando de un gran éxito en el teatro, no sólo en Francia y sobre todo en la Comédie-Française, apodada "la Maison de Molière", sino también en el extranjero. Su vida llena de acontecimientos y su fuerte personalidad han inspirado a dramaturgos y cineastas.