Nowra's use of farcical comedy structure within Cosi, represents his own idea of humanity; that nobody is perfect, yet we can deal with insanity and defect, by laughter or criticism. The 'sane' world of the 1970's represents humanities flaws. A time where society

Doug, an aggressive pyromaniac who is obsessed with sex, asks questions that are personal and confronting. He acts as a comic relief in Cosi, but questions like "Was Lucy a virgin when you first had her?" not only serve as comedy, but a reminder that sometimes actions have further implications than those first considered. Doug is a believer in free love, "I believe in free love but it is hard to practise it in here.", showing that his mental state is not a reflection of his morals but rather an illness beyond his control.

Nick and Lucy are friends of Lewis, they believe in infidelity, and practice it by 'having sex' whilst Lucy is involved with Lewis. Nick is into the moratorium, at that time it represented rebellion against the Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War. Lewis is against the Vietnam War, but is not fanatical and arrogant like Nick, not betraying his own country by sending supplies to the enemy. Lewis' confusion is evident, at the start of the play he accepts free love as a conformist ideal, but reflects his true belief that love and relationships are more important than sex. Lewis demonstrates the ability to accept change, however he also shows his reluctance to assert his own morals upon others. Nowra forces his a

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