1-6 Nov. The Rome Savoyards and Plays in Rome present an English-language production of She Stoops to Conquer by the Anglo-Irish author Oliver Goldsmith.

This classic comedy of deception and seduction was first performed in London in 1773 and its popularity with audiences has endured ever since.

The story centres around two well-to-do young London men, Marlow and Hastings, who arrive in the countryside in search of romance with females of the lower classes.

Things take a comic twist after the pair are tricked into believing their wealthy host Mr Hardcastle is a humble innkeeper, and his daughter Kate a maid.

Directed by Sandra Provost. 2-4 November at 20.30, 5-6 Nov at 17.30. Bookings and info email playsinrome@yahoo.com or tel. 347 / 8248661.