Les Liaisons Dangereuses

In the decadent world of pre-Revolutionary France, the Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont turn seduction into a dangerous game of revenge and manipulation. But when desire becomes real, their carefully constructed schemes begin to unravel. Christopher Hampton's provocative drama is a gripping exploration of sex, power, betrayal, and the devastating consequences of treating love as a game. Content note: The play contains mature sexual themes, manipulation, sexual coercion, and violence. (PG-13)

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Set in aristocratic France in the 1780s, Les Liaisons Dangereuses explores seduction, ambition, revenge, and the dangerous consequences of treating love as a game.

***Age ranges indicate suggested playing ages, rather than an actor’s actual age.

***We will not be casting anyone under the age of 18 for this production.

*** Les Liaisons Dangereuses contains mature sexual content, including scenes of sexual coercion. Certain roles require onstage kissing, choreographed intimate contact, and the portrayal of sexual situations. Valmont and Danceny require choreographed sword combat.

*** All intimate contact and stage combat will be choreographed and rehearsed.

*** No nudity is required. All intimate scenes will be presented in a tasteful, stylized manner consistent with Stolen Shakespeare Guild’s classical approach.

La Marquise de Merteuil — Female, 30–50 An elegant, intelligent widow who carefully guards her respectable public image while manipulating those around her. Witty, commanding, and fiercely independent, she uses seduction and social influence to pursue power and revenge. Requires sharp comic timing and emotional depth.

Le Vicomte de Valmont — Male, 25–50 A charismatic aristocrat and notorious seducer. Charming, calculating, and accustomed to getting his way, he treats romantic conquest as sport. His pursuit of Madame de Tourvel challenges his carefully cultivated detachment. Requires confidence, wit, and emotional range.

La Présidente de Tourvel — Female, 25–40 A married woman whose religious faith and moral convictions shape her life. Sincere, compassionate, and principled, she struggles with her growing attraction to Valmont. Requires emotional openness and the ability to convey a powerful conflict between duty and desire.

Cécile Volanges — Female, playing late teens A sheltered young woman recently returned from convent schooling and preparing for an arranged marriage. Curious, impressionable, and inexperienced, she becomes entangled in the schemes of Merteuil and Valmont while falling in love with Danceny.

Le Chevalier Danceny — Male, 18–25 Cécile’s music teacher and young romantic attachment. Earnest, idealistic, and passionate, he initially lacks the sophistication to recognize the manipulation surrounding him. Requires youthful sincerity and the ability to develop greater intensity as the story progresses. Madame de Volanges — Female, 40–60 Cécile’s mother. Proper, protective, and concerned with reputation and a suitable marriage for her daughter. Her confidence in social convention leaves her unaware of some of the dangers closest to home.

Madame de Rosemonde — Female, 60+ Valmont’s elderly aunt. Gracious, perceptive, and compassionate, she offers hospitality and becomes a trusted confidante to Tourvel. Brings warmth, dignity, and an understanding of human frailty.

Émilie — Female, 20–40 A courtesan involved with Valmont. Confident, playful, and worldly, she is comfortable with the transactional nature of their relationship. Requires a strong presence and a sense of humor.

Azolan — Male, 20–45 Valmont’s resourceful valet. Observant and practical, he assists his employer by gathering information and facilitating his schemes. Requires alertness, discretion, and comic timing.

Major-Domo — Male, adult; flexible playing age A servant in Merteuil’s household who announces visitors and attends to household duties. A smaller role requiring poise, precision, and a formal manner.