Design for Living

Name: Design for Living
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.8 (84 reviews)
Author: Noel Coward

Witty Love Triangle Unfolds in Coward's Delight

Written byNoel Coward

Narrated byDouglas Weston, Hamish Linklater, Claire Forlani

Length1h45m

Release dateAugust 21, 2006

GenreArts & Entertainment, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Theater

LanguageEnglish

★★★☆★ 3.8 (84 ratings)

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Author	Noel Coward
Narrator	Douglas Weston, Hamish Linklater, Claire Forlani
Runtime	1h45m
Published	August 21, 2006
Rating	★★★☆★ 3.8 / 5 (84 ratings)
Categories	Arts & Entertainment, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Theater, Literature & Fiction, Drama & Plays, World Literature, European, United States
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Noel Coward's Design for Living is a sparkling gem of a play, now brought to life in a dynamic audiobook performance. This isn't your stuffy, old-fashioned theater; Coward's sharp, modern dialogue crackles with wit and sexual tension. The story revolves around three friends - Gilda, Otto, and Leo - who share a flat and a complex web of love and desire. What makes this audiobook distinctive is its trio of narrators, who bring a modern energy to Coward's words, making this a perfect listen for fans of smart, snappy dialogue and complex characters.

Tags: Noel CowardAudio TheaterWitty DialogueLove TriangleModern ClassicSmart Listen

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Editor's Review ★★★☆★

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Douglas Weston, Hamish Linklater, and Claire Forlani deliver a tour de force as the three friends navigating their tangled love lives. Weston's Otto is a delight, capturing the character's charm and charisma, while Linklater's Leo brings a perfect balance of vulnerability and strength. Forlani's Gilda is the heart of the story, and her performance is nothing short of captivating. The pacing is spot on, allowing Coward's clever dialogue to shine. However, the production could have benefited from some sound effects or music to enhance the atmosphere. Despite this, Coward's timeless story and the narrators' exceptional performances make this audiobook a must-listen for fans of smart, witty theater.

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