Tartuffe or The Hypocrite

What happens when piety becomes a mask—and hypocrisy a weapon? In one of Molière’s most controversial and enduring comedies, Tartuffe tells the story of a wealthy man, Orgon, who falls under the spell of Tartuffe—a cunning imposter posing as a pious and humble devotee. Blinded by devotion, Orgon invites Tartuffe into his home, giving him influence, power, and even offering his daughter’s hand in m...