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Tartuffe Tarfuffe written by Jean-Baptise Moliére is an example of a neo-classical drama. Moliére use of staging techniques, characterization, and form are extremely good. He actually did such a good job that it was originally banned by the church. This comedy incorporated almost every aspect of life in the 1600’s. The staging techniques used by Moliére, play a major part in the dramatic effect of the story. The two major methods used are, waiting to introduce the main character until the later in the story and minimizing character backgrounds. By not introducing Tartuffe until the third act we are kept in