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Noises Off

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1982

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Book Brief

Michael Frayn

Noises Off

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1982
Book Details
Pages

184

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

British Theater • 1980s

Publication Year

1982

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Noises Off by Michael Frayn is a theatrical farce that follows the behind-the-scenes chaos of a stage production. Set against the primary narrative of a tacky play called "Nothing On," the story depicts the struggles of the cast and crew, including a director with a fiery temper, a scatterbrained leading lady, and myriad actors each grappling with various personal and professional failings.

Humorous

Playful

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

15,409 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Noises Off by Michael Frayn is celebrated for its intricate, fast-paced humor and clever play-within-a-play structure. Critics praise its masterful timing and physical comedy. However, some find the farcical nature overbearing and the characters lacking depth. The consensus is that it's a triumph of theatrical craftsmanship, albeit not everyone's comedic preference.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Noises Off?

Readers who enjoy Noises Off by Michael Frayn are likely fans of witty, fast-paced, and sophisticated farcical comedies. Comparable to those who appreciate the humor and chaotic energy in Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, they savor clever dialogue, mistaken identities, and theatrical mishaps.

4.3

15,409 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

184

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

British Theater • 1980s

Publication Year

1982

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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