"The Rivals" is a comedic play written by Richard Brinsley Sheridan and first performed in 1775. The play follows the romantic entanglements of several wealthy characters in Bath, England, including the blustering Captain Jack Absolute, the clever Lydia Languish, and the comically vain Sir Lucius O'Trigger. The plot is driven by misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and the characters' schemes to gain the affections of their desired partners. Along the way, the play satirizes the societal conventions of the upper classes and lampoons the pretensions and affectations of the characters. "The Rivals" is notable for its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and enduring popularity as a classic of English theater.
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