Figaro, the swindler in Ang Barbero ng Laguna play, unfolds as a

successful figure because of his joyful yet uncontrollable behavior. He,

from a humorous composer and singer, a pharmacist to a barber, can
do a variety of jobs only if profitable and accepts Don Almavivas
request in pursuit of Rosalinda as he pays him generously. This shrewd
servant, who is fortunately a worker of Dr. Bartolos household,
enables to bridge the gulf between the ill-fated lovers as he
successfully acquires the key for the balcony shutters. To obtain the
key, Figaro volunteers to fetch the shaving basin and purposely breaks
one of Dr. Bartolos vases; while the doctor is bewildered, Don
Almaviva, who is disguised as Lindoro, reveals their plan of escape to
Rosalinda. This is very crucial step in order for them to be together
since Dr. Bartolo confines the lady in his house in secret plan to marry
her. With the key to unlock the many chances of their affair, they are
able to abduct Rosalinda ,and Lindoro unveils himself as Don
Almaviva ,and the two exchange their vows that settles the dispute.
Although there are little tension along the road, if not for Figaros
peculiar thoughts and tenacious actions, Don Almaviva and
Rosalindas love story would not be possible.

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