Cyrano De Bergerac - Edmond Rostand, Christopher Fry (Translator)

Speak of Romantic Tragedy, and everyone sighs for Romeo and Juliet, but for me it has always been Cyrano! Personally, I am of the opinion that Romeo and Juliet is more of a classic example of Black Comedy, but I digress...This review will reveal details, so be warned. Cyrano is someone made to Love and be Loved; Expansive, majestic, noble, honorable, poetic, tender, proud and free.When berated by a dandy for his lack of fashion, Cyrano puts him (and all others who are too wrapped up in appearances) in their place with a brief, but rousing and eloquent lecture. "I carry my adornments on my soul....I go caparisoned in gems unseen, Trailing white ...  Read the complete review

Cyrano de Bergerac must be one of my favourite plays. It also is without a doubt Rostand’s best known work (in English at any rate). The play is based on a 17th century French writer and playwright notorious for his many duels and escapades as well as a famous nose. His name? Savinien, Cyrano de Bergerac. Oh yes, there was such a man. His works and poetic prose are even considered to be the precursors to modern science fiction. The play itself is not a factual account of his life but Edmond Rostand certainly drew on the real Bergerac to produce this larger than life tragic hero. The first act serves to introduce the audience to the central characters and ...  Read the complete review