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Volpone, or, The Fox
by Ben Jonson
Step into the world of Volpone, a captivating comedy by Ben Jonson, first staged in 1606. This sharp satire unravels the themes of greed and lust, and stands as Jonsons most frequently performed play, representing the pinnacle of Jacobean comedy. The story revolves around Volpone, a wealthy Venetian gentleman feigning death to ensnare his fortune-hungry heirs—Voltore, Corbaccio, and Corvino. Each arrives at his lavish home with extravagant gifts, eager to secure their place in Volpones will. With the cunning persuasion of Mosca, Volpone’s clever servant, the duplicitous game unfolds, leading to outrageous twists as Corbaccio even disinherits his own son for the sake of wealth. Join us for a rich exploration of deception, ambition, and the folly of greed.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Step into the world of Volpone, a captivating comedy by Ben Jonson, first staged in 1606. This sharp satire unravels the themes of greed and lust, and stands as Jonsons most frequently performed play, representing the pinnacle of Jacobean comedy. The story revolves around Volpone, a wealthy Venetian gentleman feigning death to ensnare his fortune-hungry heirs—Voltore, Corbaccio, and Corvino. Each arrives at his lavish home with extravagant gifts, eager to secure their place in Volpones will. With the cunning persuasion of Mosca, Volpone’s clever servant, the duplicitous game unfolds, leading to outrageous twists as Corbaccio even disinherits his own son for the sake of wealth. Join us for a rich exploration of deception, ambition, and the folly of greed.
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