Classical Duologues

Cyrano de Bergerac

by Edmond Rostand

Fifteen years after the death of Christian, a mortally wounded Cyrano visits Roxane at her convent. As he reads Christian's final letter aloud in the dark, Roxane realizes that the soul and the voice she loved all those years belonged to Cyrano, not Christian.

The Cherry Orchard

by Anton Chekhov

Trofimov, a perpetual student, inspires Anya to look beyond their family's aristocratic past and the loss of their estate. He speaks philosophically about the future of Russia and the necessity of freedom and hard work.

The Importance of Being Earnest

by Oscar Wilde

Algernon interrogates Jack about a mysterious inscription found inside a misplaced cigarette case. As Jack attempts to explain away the presence of a woman named Cecily, he is forced to confess his double life and the truth about his real name.

The Importance of Being Earnest

by Oscar Wilde

Cecily confesses to Algernon that she has always dreamed of loving a man named Ernest, leading to a comedic crisis for Algernon who is currently posing as 'Ernest'. Algernon desperately tries to convince her that his real name is just as attractive before rushing off to arrange a secret christening to change his name legally.

The Importance of Being Earnest

by Oscar Wilde

Jack and Algernon engage in a petty and absurd argument over muffins while facing the collapse of their romantic deceptions. As they bicker about the ethics of 'Bunburying' and their upcoming christenings, the scene highlights the triviality and wit of the Victorian upper class.

Hedda Gabler

by Henrik Ibsen

Judge Brack visits the newly married Hedda and subtly proposes a 'triangular' friendship that would grant him exclusive access to her. Hedda recognizes the underlying threat in his proposition as they engage in a sophisticated battle of wits and power.

The Seagull

by Anton Chekhov

Nina, an aspiring actress, idealizes the life of the famous writer Trigorin. In response, Trigorin delivers a candid and cynical deconstruction of the creative process, describing it as a tormenting obsession rather than a source of joy.

The Importance of Being Earnest

by Oscar Wilde

Jack Worthing attempts to propose to Gwendolen Fairfax, only to discover that she is obsessively devoted to the idea of marrying a man named Ernest. The scene highlights the absurdity of Victorian social conventions and romantic ideals.