Wild Oats; or, The Strolling Gentlemen

"Wild Oats; or, The Strolling Gentlemen" by John O'Keeffe is a comedy play that premiered in 1791. When naval captain Sir George Thunder searches for deserters, he discovers his niece must live as a Quaker to claim her inheritance. Meanwhile, a charming strolling actor named Rover becomes entangled in a case of mistaken identity, falling for the niece while posing as Thunder's son. As theatrical performances and romantic pursuits collide, long-buried secrets from the past emerge that threaten to upend everyone's futures.

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