The Beaux-Stratagem A comedy in five acts

The Beaux-Stratagem by George Farquhar bursts onto the stage as a sparkling comedy in five acts, overflowing with disguises, matchmaking schemes, and razor-sharp social satire. Set in the early 18th-century English countryside and inns, Farquhar follows two impecunious gentlemen who pose as master and servant to win convenient marriages—and find themselves tangled with clumsy highwaymen, a crafty innkeeper and his saucy daughter, and a country squire’s household of folly. Witty, fast-paced, and rich in character, the play skewers the manners and mercenary courtships of its age while balancing broad comic situations with moments of genuine feeling. Farquhar’s dialogue captures Restoration-era repartee and the emerging sentimental strain of Georgian drama, making The Beaux-Stratagem both historically vivid and surprisingly modern in its insight into money, marriage, and social performance. Ideal for listeners who love classic theatre, Restoration comedy, or period satire, this audiobook offers lively character voices, clever plotting, and a timeless look at the follies of fashion and fortune—perfect for anyone craving theatrical wit and a rollicking, character-driven comedy.