Publisher's Synopsis
""Masks and Faces"" is a comedic play in two acts, written by Tom Taylor and first published in 1854. The play is set in the world of the theatre and explores the contrasting personalities and motivations of actors both on and off stage. The main character is Triplet, a struggling actor who is forced to play the role of the comic servant despite his desire to play more serious roles. The play also features a love triangle between two actors, a leading lady and a supporting actor, as well as a rivalry between two theatre managers. Throughout the play, the characters must navigate the complexities of their relationships while dealing with the pressures of the theatre world. The title ""Masks and Faces"" refers to the idea that actors wear masks while performing, but their true selves are revealed in their off-stage interactions. Overall, the play provides a humorous and insightful look into the behind-the-scenes world of the theatre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
