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Schaubuehne Tartuffe (The Hypocrite)

Date: Sept 22-24 - 7:30 pm

Venue: National Center for the Performing Arts

Price: 180-680 yuan

Tartuffe portrays the story of a sanctimonious hypocrite who wangles his way into the Orgon's family, trying to seduce Orgon's wife and possess his property, but is eventually caught and sent to prison. The play reveals the hideousness of the church and makes Tartuffe a symbol of hypocrite. This play, with its tightly knit structure, distinct personalities of the characters, dramatic conflicts, quick-witted language and edgy style, has had a deep influence on modern comedy.