The sign of a truly classical play is that it can be adapted to local regional conditions yet retain a universal Human value that lasts for all times.
Molieres Tartuffe is one such play even though , and here is a testament to how good art can be treated at the time of making , rather like when good messengers are exiled from their home community, it almost failed to see the light when it was first performed.The King Louis banned it for general performances for the public he and his inner circle did like it and saw it on many occasions in private performance.The main reason of the ban by Versailles was the offence taken by the high church officials.
This version is adapted by Liz Lochhead uses the Glasgow vernacular to great comic effect , further enhancing the satire and universal message of the the abuse of power masquerading as virtue.
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