Richard Brinsley Sheridan 
The School for Scandal 

‘The School for Scandal’ by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a satirical comedy that exposes the hypocrisy and gossip of London’s high society. Set in the fashionable circles of the 18th century, the play follows the scandalous intrigues and deceptions of characters like Lady Sneerwell, Sir Benjamin Backbite, and the Surface brothers. The story unfolds with witty dialogue, mistaken identities, and humorous misunderstandings, highlighting the contrast between appearance and reality. Through clever humor, the play critiques the shallowness and moral decay of society, while celebrating true virtue and loyalty.