Scapin: Act III Scene 2

Synopsis

In Molière’s play the scamp Scapin makes old Geronte believe he is being pursued by his enemies and persuades him to hide in a sack. He then beats him, pretending to be the enemies but is found out when Geronte catches him in the act.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 10 min.

Year of production

1978

Availability

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Uses

Introductory courses on MoliËre, 17th-century French drama, farce or commedia dell’arte.*

Subjects

French studies

Keywords

drama in French; French texts; Molière, Jean Baptiste; performances

Credits

Director

Michael Steele

Producer

Henry Philips

Cast

Graham Birrell
Lindsay Kennard

Production Company

Name

University of Aberdeen Television

Sponsor

Name

University of Aberdeen, Department of French

Distributor

Name

Department of Medical Illustration

Phone

0224 681818 ext 2805

Address

University Medical Buildings
Foresterhill
ABERDEEN
AB9 2ZD