Ruy Blas

Interesting Facts

• The play was written in verse, giving it a special musicality and rhythm.
• The main character, Ruy Blas, is a servant who rises to high governmental positions thanks to his intellect and talent.
• The play addresses themes of social injustice and the fight for the rights of ordinary people.
• One of the central conflicts is Ruy Blas's love for the queen, adding drama and tension to the plot.
• The play was first staged in 1838 and immediately received acclaim from critics and audiences.
• Victor Hugo used the play as a means to criticize the aristocracy and corrupt power.