SEES LITTLE TO BLAME IN CERCLE PRODUCTION

The Cercle Francais' production of "Tartuffe" was presented yesterday afternoon at the Copley Theatre. The production has been reviewed by Mr. Charles Frederic Fraker, Instructor in Romance Languages.

As presented by Le Cercle Francais le Tartuffe was an exceptional play. Usually one has many doubts as to the outcome when a student group attempts to put on the boards a masterpiece by so fine a student of psychology as Moliere. One fears that the serious parts may become laughable and that the comedy may result in tragedy. But in this instance every scene was presented with a skill that left a feeling of satisfaction and admiration for every member of the cast.

Miss Williams, as Madame Pernelle, gave an interesting interpretation of the elderly Lady whose opinions, once formed, are not to be changed by trifles, and who when convinced of her error is completely overcome, as much by having been mistaken in her judgment as by the actual misfortune which has fallen upon her son.

Elmire Well Portrayed

Elmire, played by Miss Murray, was finely portrayed, one could feel her change of mood coming, and became nervous with her when her husband delayed, almost too long, in taking a hand in the game she is playing with the hypocrite.

Mariane and Dorine, Miss Grew and Miss Thayer, were excellent complements, the one an over modest, timid little girl with a tendency to dramatic action and the other keen of wit and ready to plan common-sense solutions.

Cleante, as shown by Mr. Lodge, was the man of judgment and a knowledge of the world, as he should be.

Iselin A Joy

Mr. Iselin's Valere was a joy; the boyish lover, ready to marry anyone to prove that he will not be flouted, and yet man enough to risk all that he has to save Organ.

Mr. Perrin's skill, his voice, face and every gesture, met perfectly the thought and undercurrent of feeling of Orgon. Great praise is due him.

The title role was played by Mr. Robinson. It is very difficult indeed to project across the footlights, so widely differing characters as the three developed in this one. The man of God, as seen by Orgon and Madame Pernelle, the insinuating rascal ready to seduce the wife of his closest friend and greatest benefactor; and the barefaced scoundrel of the last act were all successfully portrayed.

In pronunciation, delivery and action the play was a decided success.