"Busie Body" by Susanna Centlivre is a delightful comedy that weaves together the lives of a rich heiress, her jealous guardian, and a meddlesome busybody who complicates their romantic entanglements. With a backdrop of love, deception, and the humorous follies of both high society and its servants, the play showcases the timeless themes of love's complexities and the consequences of curiosity. Centlivre's sharp wit and keen observations of human behavior make this work resonate even today, reflecting the universal struggles of romance and social intrigue. As a successful woman playwright of her time, her voice adds an enduring charm that continues to captivate audiences with its cleverness and insight into human nature.

Ask this episode

“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

Transcript

Related