02509cam a22003133u 4500 49665 UtSlPG 20260610134136.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Morton, John Maddison, 1811-1891 Drawing Rooms, Second Floor, and Attics: A Farce, in One Act Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-08-10 Produced by Paul Haxo from a copy generously made available by the University of California, Davis, and with special thanks to the Victorian Plays Project. "Drawing Rooms, Second Floor, and Attics: A Farce, in One Act" by John Maddison Morton is a comedic play written in the mid-19th century, reflecting the Victorian era's theatrical style. This farce features a lively narrative centered around misunderstandings and mistaken identities, typical of the era’s entertainment that aimed to amuse its audience through humor and clever dialogue. The play is likely concerned with the social dynamics and romantic entanglements among various characters, showcasing the quirks and complexities of interpersonal relationships. The storyline revolves around Triptolemus Brown, a young chemist and druggist, who arrives in London only to face absurd predicaments involving his uncle and prospective brides. Triptolemus, amidst mistaken identities and comical situations, finds himself fleeing from a menacing sailor, trying on dresses to escape detection, and ultimately engaging in a chaotic ball where he must evade his disgruntled relatives and impress the woman he loves, Phoebe Furbelow. Characters like Mr. Bunny and Captain Hardaport contribute to the playful conflict, resulting in a slapstick conclusion as Triptolemus's true identity is revealed amidst a flurry of humorous mishaps. Overall, the play captures the essence of farce through its witty exchanges and absurd situations, appealing to audiences looking for light-hearted entertainment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Comedy plays English drama -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49665 90503 90503