Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Christopher Hampton, Choderlos de Laclos

Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Christopher Hampton, Choderlos de Laclos

Overview

A tale of seduction set in France among aristocrats before the revolution, this is a classic drama for exploring decadent sexuality, morals, and manipulation played as the ultimate game, with tragic results. The Royal Shakespeare Company's stunning production met with acclaim in Stratford, London and on Broadway. The film Dangerous Liaisons starred Glenn Close, John Malkovich, and Michelle Pfeiffer.

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  • Time Period: 18th Century
  • Cast Attributes: Room for Extras

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Christopher Hampton

Christopher Hampton became involved in theatre while studying French and German at Oxford University, and wrote a play in his first year.

The Royal Court's subsequent production was so successful that it transferred to the Comedy Theatre while he was still a student, making hi ...

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Choderlos de Laclos

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