August Wilhelm Iffland

August Wilhelm Iffland
August Wilhelm Iffland (1759–1814) was a German actor, playwright, and theater director, known for his significant contributions to German drama during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He wrote over 50 plays, many of which focused on middle-class life and moral themes, with works like "Die Jäger" and "Die Mündel" becoming particularly popular. As a director of the National Theatre in Berlin, Iffland played a crucial role in shaping the theatrical standards of his time, emphasizing realism and detailed character development. He is also remembered for the "Iffland-Ring," a prestigious honor awarded to exceptional German-speaking actors.

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ACT I. SCENE I. At the Chancellor's House. COUNSELLOR FLEFFEL, LEWIS BROOK, at Breakfast. Enter a Servant. Counsellor (to the Servant). Take away. But, no—let it stand; my father may chuse some: is he returned? Servant. I'll enquire, Sir. [Exit Servant. Counsellor [rising and viewing himself]. We've made a long breakfast. Lewis. But you have eaten nothing. Counsellor. Why, my dear... more...

ACT I. A plain Tradesman's Room, with old fashioned Furniture. Master Clarenbach. (Busied with a design.) Clar. So!--there is my design, and I think it is a pretty good one. It will make a substantial building.--When I am gone, people will say, when they look at the pile, "Master Clarenbach was a man that knew what he was about." SCENE II. Enter Lewis. Lew. Deputy Clarenbach presents his... more...