Amadeus by Peter Shaffer
The play explores the tumultuous life of a young musical genius, as seen through the envious eyes of his less-talented contemporary. Set in the opulent world of 18th-century Vienna, the story delves into the bitter rivalry between the established court composer and the prodigious newcomer who threatens to overshadow him. As the older composer recounts his efforts to undermine the young virtuoso's career, a complex narrative of obsession, intrigue, and madness unfolds, culminating in a haunting examination of the price of genius and the destructive nature of jealousy.
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- Published
- 1979
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160
- Original Language
- English
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- 70th on The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020) (Broadway World)