School for Scandal | Essays and Criticism
- Viewing a Production of School for Scandal: Merits and Cultural Problems
In the following essay, Sheri Metzger discusses the merits of viewing a production of School for Scandal as opposed to merely reading the play. She also discusses the cultural problems—notably the anti-Semitism that is woven throughout the drama—that prevents a wider contemporary audience from embracing and fully appreciating Sheridan's work.
- Review of The School for Scandal
Nancy Copeland reviews a Stratford Festival production of Sheridan's play. While finding the text as theatrical and resilient as ever, the critic was less than impressed with the production.
- Review of The School for Scandal
John Clifford expresses disappointment at being denied the full pleasure of Sheridan's play. Complaining of poor technical values and a general lack of enthusiasm, the critic feels that the play deserves better attention.
- Elegantly on the Harpsichord
In this uncredited review, a 1963 production of School for Scandal receives a favorable appraisal. The critic terms the play as ''iridescently enchanting, contagiously amusing.''
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