George Etherege was a major Restoration playwright celebrated for his witty comedies of manners that capture the sophistication and moral ambiguity of 17th-century aristocratic society. His works are characterised by sparkling dialogue, complex romantic entanglements, and sharp social satire. Etherege's plays present entertaining portraits of contemporary life—fashionable wit, romantic intrigue, and social climbing—whilst probing deeper into themes of love, honour, and self-interest. His influence on English comedy was substantial, and his work remains a vibrant portrait of Restoration culture.

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Humour and Madness: Early Restoration Comedies Derek Jacobi, Prunella Scales, Maggie Smith, Jonathan Pryce, Harriet Walter, Frances Jeater, Denys Hawthorne, Carleton Hobbs, Anna Massey, full cast

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The Mask and the Mistress Virtual Voice

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