Word: gervals
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...possibilities that the almost Shavian character of Alceste offers,--playing it throughout in a cold, grave key, approaching monotony; but his rich voice, expressive gestures, and finished diction go far to make up any deficiency. M. Ravet created, with delicate strokes of characterization, a very true Oronte. M. Gerval and M. Stern maintained the Moliere tradition of overplaying the society gallants. The well-known letter scene of the last act, in which they play such a prominent part, was, however, most disappointing in its careless, hurried, unthinking development. Mlle. Berendt, Mme. Marsans, and M. Sellier all gave very real...
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