Twice Killed A Farce in One Act

The play centers on a series of comic misunderstandings and mistaken identities that lead to an escalating sequence of events ultimately culminating in an absurd and humorous resolution. As is typical with farces the plot thrives on rapid pacing exaggerated situations and witty dialogue. The story revolves around a character who is mistakenly believed to be dead and through a series of chaotic interactions is thought to have been killed twice. This confusion causes panic and a series of comedic misadventures as the characters attempt to sort out the misunderstanding. The farce explores themes of mistaken identity the absurdity of social situations and the comedy found in life’s most unexpected moments. Oxenford’s Twice Killed employs the classic farcical formula with a focus on physical comedy misunderstandings and a rapid-fire resolution. The play’s light-hearted and fast-paced nature along with its playful take on death and mistaken identity offers an entertaining exploration of the absurdity inherent in human interactions.