As You Like It is one of Shakespeare’s pastoral comedies that follows its heroine Rosalind as she flees persecution in her uncle's court, accompanied by her cousin Celia, to find safety and, eventually, love in the Forest of Arden. In the forest, they encounter a variety of memorable characters, notably the melancholy traveler, Jaques, who speaks many of Shakespeare's most famous speeches. Jaques provides a sharp contrast to the other characters in the play, always observing and disputing the hardships of life in the country. With themes of love, injustice and forgiveness intertwined with scenes of elaborate mistaken identity, this rustic Shakespearean tale remains a favorite among audiences and actors.