Evaluation on "Private Lives" by Noel Coward, refering to the elements of drama.

Private lives By Noel Coward Performed by Nothcott Theatre Company Private lives is a play that is set in France, 1930's which explores the absurdities of human emotions. The story is based around two recently married couples who are on the there honeymoon. I will reflect on my understanding of how the elements of drama are used in the play, and deliver my interpretation. The first scene is set on a balcony at a French …

…two couples. Although unlike "Private Lives", The Importance of being Ernest" has much more characters. This is because "Private Lives" is spread over a very intense couple of days, therefore it is probable that they won't meet anyone else in that time, and so the story is focused on only four main characters, plus a maid, whereas "The Importance of being Ernest" is spread over several weeks, therefore a broader range of characters is needed.