The School for Scandal (1777) is widely regarded as one of the finest comedies in the English language, and its wit, humour and social commentary still touch a nerve nearly 330 years after its premiere. The play follows the antics of a group of men and women of fashion in late eighteenth-century London, and provides a kaleidoscopic view of society at the time, from the old gentleman and his new wife, to a sneering set of gossips, and two brothers who are tested by their wealthy uncle regarding an inheritance. The various characters and plots soon collide, with hilarious consequences. The School for Scandal combines razor-sharp wit and dialogue with scathing satire and a hefty dose of farce to create a unique theatrical experience. Don�t miss the chance to see a contemporary production of this classic play
Cast and crew
Director
Andrew MorrisonCast
Sir Peter Teazle - Brian BeresfordLady Teazle - Angela Hannah
Sir Oliver Surface - Conrad Broad
Joseph Surface - Andrew Morrison
Charles Surface - Andrew Gillespie
Lady Sneerwell - Terry MacTavish
Maria - Edie Wilkins
Mrs Candour - Janice Snowden
Sir Benjamin Backbite - Tommo Cuthbert-Ashmore
Crabtree - Don Knewstubb
Rowley - Simon Ashby
Moses/Servant - Wyeth Chalmers
Snake - Jen Aitken
Careless - Jim Conradson
Maid - Glenda Marshall
Crew
Assistant Director - Neal BarberStage Manager - Neal Barber
Lighting Design - Jeffrey Vaughan
Lighting Operator - Elliot Price
Set Design - Andrew Cook
Publicity - Roslyn Nijenhuis
Fornt of House - Murray Robertson
Photography - Reg Graham
Wardrobe - Jane McCabe
Wardrobe - Leigh Paterson