Molière masterpiece

We all know someone who’s ‘careful’ with their money... first out of the taxi, last at the bar, wouldn’t give a door a bang. Sound familiar? The difference is that The Miser makes the skinflint you know look positively generous.
Molière’s 17th century comedy classic is brought bang up-to-date by award-winning playwright, Martin Sherman.
Wealthy Harpagon is so mean he steals oats from his horse and can only bring himself to “lend” rather than “give” you a good day. His children are useful commodities to be used to increase his coffers through advantageous marriages. Whilst he obsessively guards his wealth and plots their nuptials, they connive to part him from his beloved money and take control of their destinies.
Wily servants, a true stage villain, and rivalry in love, Moliere’s satirical masterpiece about obsession and status endures. Fast, funny and full of energy, this sparkling new version is as pertinent today as it was when first written and performed by Moliere in the 17th century.
Catch it at The Watermill until May 18
Photographer: Philip Tull