A Servant of Two Masters

This National Theatre Live production presents Richard Bean's adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's classic comedy. The story follows the resourceful servant Truffaldino, who, in a bid to earn more money and impress his beloved, secretly takes on employment with two different masters. His attempts to juggle both appointments lead to a cascade of hilarious misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and chaotic situations as the two masters unexpectedly cross paths.

The 2015 National Theatre Live production of 'A Servant of Two Masters' was widely acclaimed for its energetic performances, witty adaptation, and faithful spirit to the original commedia dell'arte style. Critics praised the physical comedy and the clever staging, noting its accessibility to modern audiences while retaining the essence of Goldoni's masterpiece. Audiences responded enthusiastically to the fast-paced humor and the star turn of the lead actor playing Truffaldino.

• Praised for its vibrant and energetic adaptation of a classic play.

• Lauded for its exceptional physical comedy and the charm of its lead performance.

• Celebrated for successfully translating the spirit of commedia dell'arte to a contemporary stage.

Google audience: As this was a filmed stage production broadcast nationally, specific Google user reviews are not aggregated in the same way as a traditional film release. However, audience feedback generally mirrored critical reception, highlighting the production's humor and engaging performances.

Richard Bean, the playwright responsible for this adaptation, is also famous for writing the Olivier Award-winning play 'One Man, Two Guvnors', which also features a bumbling servant juggling multiple masters and similar comedic elements.