Act I of La Cagnotte by Eugene Labiche 1815-88

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"La Cagnotte" is a French comedy in five acts co-written by Eugène Labiche and Alfred Delacour (the pseudonym of L'Heritier). First performed in 1864, the play is one of Labiche's most popular works and is a classic example of 19th-century French farce. The title, which translates to "The Kitty" or "The Jackpot," refers to a sum of money collected by a group of friends for a special purpose.

Act I of "La Cagnotte" introduces the audience to a group of provincial friends from the small town of La Ferté-sous-Jouarre who have amassed a cagnotte, a collective fund, over several years through their weekly card games. The friends decide to use this money to embark on an adventurous trip to Paris, with the hope of experiencing the wonders of the big city and perhaps increasing their cagnotte through gambling.

The act opens with the characters excitedly discussing their plans and the rules they have set for the management of their common fund. The protagonist, a naïve and well-meaning man named Chèbe, is appointed as the treasurer of the cagnotte. The friends are variously characterized by their quirks and comedic traits, which set the stage for the humorous misunderstandings and mishaps that will ensue.

As the act progresses, the group's anticipation grows, but so do the signs that their trip might not go as smoothly as they hope. The characters' provincial innocence and lack of sophistication are played for laughs, contrasting with the sophistication and potential dangers of Paris that await them.

The introduction of a love interest for one of the characters and the comedic interplay among the group members establish the dynamics that will drive the play's humor. By the end of Act I, the stage is set for the ensuing farcical complications, as the friends depart for Paris, blissfully unaware of the comedic chaos that their journey will provoke.

"La Cagnotte" remains a staple of French comedic theatre and is frequently revived due to its lively characters, humorous plot, and the universal appeal of its themes, including the clash between provincial life and city sophistication, the folly of greed, and the unpredictable nature of luck.

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