Three Hats: A Farcical Comedy in Three Acts

Three Hats: A Farcical Comedy in Three Acts is a late 19th-century play by Arthur Shirley. The story follows Sam Selwyn, who faces a series of comedic misadventures involving mistaken identities and social blunders as he tries to manage the fallout from a night of questionable choices. The play explores themes of friendship, love, and the complexities of marriage through humorous interactions, particularly with the character Dibbs, who provides comic relief. Notable for its farcical elements, the play captures the essence of comedic misunderstandings in domestic life.