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The Marriage of Figaro

Pierre Beaumarchais
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The most famous speech in the most celebrated and controversial play that was staged in the reign of Louis XVI is The Marriage of Figaro by Pierre Beaumarchais.

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: The Marriage of Figaro
For: Listeners interested in historical context and literature
Key quote: So that, Tom, is the most famous speech in the most celebrated and controversial play that was staged in the reign of Louis XVI.
The host mentions 'The Marriage of Figaro' to illustrate the themes of class struggle and the absurdities of nobility, which are relevant to the discussion of the diamond necklace scandal. The play serves as a backdrop to explore the societal dynamics leading up to the French Revolution.