She Stoops to Conquer ****1/2
By: Paulanne Simmons After the boisterous creativity released by Restoration comedy, English theater sank into the doldrums of sentimental comedy and domestic tragedy prevalent during the 18th century. Few of these plays are revived in modern times, except for Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer. This classic from 1773 is notable for its cutting satire on the upper class and its mating rituals, as well as its e…
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