The Country Wife

Linguistic energy, sharp social satire and a sexy romp, just about summarize William Wycherley?s classic, Restoration comedy, The Country Wife. Written in 1675, this fast paced and rollicking comedy has lost none of its punch for contemporary audiences who will love the wonderful characters and ribald situations. The plot turns on two indelicate plot devices: a rake's trick of pretending impotence in order to have clandestine affairs with married women, and the arrival in London of an inexperienced young "country wife" and her discoveries of the joys of the big city and London men. Done in high style with beautiful costumes and high energy, this is a must see for those who love English period comedy.

Due to adult themes not appropriate for babes in arms or children under 13.

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