Composer

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Noël Coward

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1928

Average_duration

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3:36

Noël Coward's 'A Room with a View' is a one-act play that premiered on June 21, 1958, at the Lyric Theatre in London. The play is set in a hotel room in Florence, Italy, and follows the story of two young lovers, Lucy Honeychurch and George Emerson. The play is divided into three movements, each of which explores different aspects of the characters' relationships and emotions. The first movement introduces the characters and sets the scene for the play. Lucy is a young Englishwoman who is on holiday in Italy with her older cousin, Charlotte Bartlett. They are staying at the Pension Bertolini, where they meet Mr. Emerson and his son, George. The two young men are staying in a room with a view of the Arno River, which Lucy and Charlotte covet. The second movement of the play focuses on Lucy's growing attraction to George. She is initially hesitant to pursue a relationship with him, as she is engaged to a man named Cecil Vyse. However, as she spends more time with George, she begins to realize that he is the man she truly loves. Charlotte, who disapproves of the relationship, tries to intervene and keep Lucy and George apart. The final movement of the play sees Lucy and George finally confess their love for each other and plan to elope. However, they are interrupted by Charlotte, who convinces Lucy to return to England and marry Cecil instead. The play ends with Lucy and Cecil's wedding, but it is clear that Lucy is not truly happy and still longs for George. 'A Room with a View' is a romantic comedy that explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations. Coward's witty dialogue and clever characterization make the play a delight to watch, while the beautiful setting of Florence adds to the romantic atmosphere. The play has been adapted into several films and television series, cementing its place as a classic of English literature.

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