The Lucky Man

By Monsieur (Michel) Baron

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In 1687 London, a charismatic but unreliable man juggles multiple romances, leading to a tangled web of deceit, jealousy, and comedic exposure.

Genres

Literature Performing Arts/Film Fiction

Released

2004-01-01

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Summary

"The Lucky Man" by Monsieur Baron, adapted by Frank J. Morlock, is a comedic play set in 1687 London, spinning a yarn of love and lies centered on a captivating rogue named Cadwell. The play opens with a complex network of relationships where Cadwell juggles the affections of several women, including the conflicted widow Laura. Encouraged by her friends to see Cadwell's flaws, Laura struggles with her feelings as others scheme to reveal his manipulative nature. The play’s beginning is filled with tension and hints at comedic chaos as jealousy, deception, and the societal norms of the time come together.