The Fair Penitent
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The Ordained Smile of Saint Sadie May Jenkins
THE ORDAINED SMILE OF SAINT SADIE MAY JENKINS is the seventh play in the nine-play series The City of the Bayou Collection, Reginald Edmund's contemporary House of Atreus through an Afro-Surrealist lens. The play takes place in the burned out ruins of a small shotgun house in the 4th Ward of Houston.
Eden
Set in 1927 in New York City, EDEN revolves around Eustace, a happy-go-lucky African American man, who makes the mistake of falling in love with the girl next door, Annetta, daughter of an autocratic West Indian, Joseph Barton, who rules his household with an iron fist: he literally whips his belief in racial purity into his children with a cat-o'-nine-tails.
The Securely Conferred, Vouchsafed Keepsakes of Maery S.
By combining literary and dramatic narrative with eye-witness accounts of Sasquatch encounters culled from the internet, The Securely Conferred, Vouchsafed Keepsakes of Maery S. reinvents as many versions of the Frankenstein author Mary Shelley as there are definitions of the word "Gothic." In this work, a string of financial, maternal, and familial misfortunes causes Shelley--referred to in this production as Maery S.--to spawn a monstrous creative expression, which takes on its own life and violent history. Maery cannot help but fall in love with her Monster, only to see it "collected" and imprisoned by charitable funding at a mandatory artists' residency.
The witchs heart
The Witch's Heart is a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and the dark power that lies within us all. Lily, a young woman with a mysterious past, is torn between the love of two men-one who embodies her deepest desires, and the other who represents the shadowy secrets of her lineage. As the ancient heart that has bound her to a dark destiny resurfaces, Lily must confront her greatest fears and the truths that have been hidden from her.When Lily discovers that her heart is not just a symbol of love but the vessel for an ancient, dangerous magic, she is thrust into a world of sorcery and power that she does not understand. As she struggles to break free from the grip of a heart that demands control, she learns that she is the key to either saving or destroying the very world she has tried to escape. The heart, a living force of its own, seeks to consume her, and those who would help her are not always who they seem.As betrayal lurks around every corner, and the lines between friend and foe blur, Lily must make an impossible choice-one that will alter the course of her life and the lives of those she loves forever. The Witch's Heart is a spellbinding journey into the depths of magic, passion, and the ultimate fight for freedom, where only the strongest hearts survive.
Restless Veins
This is a story of hope, healing, resilience, and the unbreakable human spirit.Dive into the captivating world of Igili and Igbuzor in this powerful 5-book series combined into one that follows the extraordinary life of Amara Johnson. From an abandoned childhood to a respected wife, mother, physician, and community leader, Amara's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love.In this gripping story, you'll experience: - Heart-wrenching family drama and the search for belonging- Pulse-pounding medical emergencies and triumphs- Thrilling conspiracy and corruption investigations- Soul-stirring romance and the strength of chosen family- Inspiring community activism and social justiceFollow Amara as she: - Overcomes a traumatic childhood to pursue her dreams- Battles a devastating illness that threatens everything she's worked for- Unravels ancient secrets hidden in a lineage map- Confronts her painful past when her birth parents suddenly reappear- Takes on a corrupt shadow government to save her beloved communityYou will delve deeper into the rich world of Igbuzor's community with each book, immersing yourself in the joys, sorrows, and triumphs of characters who will become like family. The Restless Veins series provides an engaging medical drama and heartwarming moments of forgiveness and healing for every reader.Don't miss this unforgettable story of courage, compassion, and the unbreakable bonds of family and community.Start your journey with Amara today and discover why readers can't put down the Restless Veins series!Book 1: Daring CravingsBook 2: The CruciblesBook 3: Grassroot FlamesBook 4: Dusting off the AshesBook 5: The Flowing RiverBegin the adventure now and experience the heart-pounding, soul-stirring story that readers are calling "impossible to put down" and "a must-read series of the year"!
The Illusion of Infinite Roads
The Illusion of Infinite Roads is a gripping psychological thriller that delves deep into the mind of its protagonist, Lena, as she navigates a world where nothing is as it seems. After discovering a mysterious phone call from her deceased mother, Lena finds herself caught in a web of unsettling events that blur the line between reality and nightmare.The story begins with Lena unraveling a series of cryptic messages, each leading her further down a path filled with danger, deceit, and paranoia. Every twist and turn she takes seems to push her closer to an unknowable truth, but with each step, she finds herself entangled in a game orchestrated by unknown forces. The illusions surrounding her life deepen, pulling her into a spiral of fear and confusion.As Lena encounters bizarre occurrences-a haunted phone, a trail of vanishing footprints, and an ever-present, unseen watcher-she begins to question not only her sanity but the very fabric of her existence. With every answer she uncovers, more questions arise, and the road ahead seems endless. Each decision she makes only leads to new and more dangerous paths, giving her the sense that there are infinite roads before her, none of which promise escape.The Illusion of Infinite Roads weaves a tense, atmospheric narrative that keeps readers on edge, questioning what is real and what is merely an illusion. With a mix of suspense, psychological intrigue, and supernatural elements, this novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the fine line between perception and reality. A story of survival and self-discovery, it will leave readers captivated until the very last page.
A Kingdom Built on Rain
A Kingdom Built on Rain is a suspenseful and emotionally charged literary romance set in a world ravaged by a powerful, mysterious storm that has consumed a once-thriving Kingdom. The story follows Elara, a young woman whose life is intertwined with the storm's dark forces. In the midst of her personal struggle with the curse that binds her to the tempest, Elara's journey is filled with moments of peril, self-doubt, and heartache, but also love and resilience.Elara's world is bleak and unforgiving, yet she holds onto the hope of reclaiming her life and her Kingdom. She is haunted by the choices that led her to embrace the storm, now finding herself at the heart of an unstoppable force that seems to have a mind of its own. In her struggle for control, she encounters Ronan, a man who once shared her vision but has succumbed to the darkness. Their complex relationship drives the narrative, as Elara confronts the realization that Ronan may have already become one with the storm, while she battles to hold onto her humanity.Through heart-pounding action and moments of poignant reflection, Elara's path intertwines with others, including Daniel, a man who offers her a chance at redemption. His presence rekindles the flickering hope within her and gives her the strength to face the truth about her destiny. As the storm intensifies and the stakes rise, Elara must make a final choice: to succumb to the curse or fight to regain control, not just of herself, but of her Kingdom and the future that once seemed lost.In this gripping tale of love, power, and sacrifice, A Kingdom Built on Rain explores themes of self-discovery, the battle between light and darkness, and the power of choice in shaping one's fate.
Bowen
Includes the plays Little Boxes, The Disorderly Women and Singles. John Bowen's plays, like his novels, are preoccupied with myth, manipulation and self-deceit. Bowen's first major success as a playwright was with the epic and unconventional stage version of his novel, After the Rain, in 1966.
When I Met Her
When I Met Her is a suspenseful literary romance that explores the fragile line between love and obsession. Jason, a man haunted by his past, embarks on a desperate search for Elle, a woman he once loved but who mysteriously disappeared without a trace. The more Jason searches, the deeper he falls into a labyrinth of self-doubt, dark memories, and fractured reality, unable to tell where his obsession with Elle ends and his fears begin.As Jason's search intensifies, he encounters strange, unnerving reflections of Elle-visions that seem to pull him deeper into a web of psychological tension and supernatural unease. With every step, the boundaries between dream and reality blur, and Jason is forced to confront not just the woman he can't forget but the terrifying truths about his own fractured mind.In this twisted journey through love, loss, and guilt, Jason is confronted by his darkest fears, and the question becomes whether he will find Elle or survive the truth about himself. As he moves closer to an impossible resolution, the shadows close in, and Jason must face a haunting choice: continue running from the darkness within or embrace it.When I Met Her is a gripping exploration of obsession, love's destructive power, and the chilling consequences of facing the truth.
Distant Memories of the Near Future
This story begins with a question. It's okay, isn't it, to not want to be... alone? David Head's Distant Memories of the Near Future is a piece of multimedia storytelling-theatre, gently weaving together five different narratives: an isolated tech mogul trying to turn love into an algorithm, a jaded consumer confronting their loneliness, an astronaut trapped in the cosmos, a creator torn between competing needs and an AI exploring its newly gained sentience. Through these tales the play explores relationships: with technology, with creativity, and with ourselves. Equal parts funny, disquieting and lyrical - it's both a cynical look at consumerism and the commodification of our emotions, and a moving testament to optimism, humanity and our interconnected existence. Developed at the Rosemary Branch Theatre, the play debuted at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2023 at Summerhall, and was a finalist for the 2024 Off West End Award for Best New Writing from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. This edition was published to coincide with the transfer to London's Arcola Theatre in November 2024.
Family Thang
When a hated and beloved patriarch and his loyal dog are laid to rest in a small Arkansas town, chaos and hilarity quickly follow. But beneath the quirky funeral and a polygraph scene you'll never forget lies a simmering mystery: who had the most to gain from Larry Harris' untimely demise?Packed with vivid imagery, unforgettable characters, and numerous laugh-out-loud moments, Family Thang reminds us that humor can be found even in the messiest of family dramas.Perfect for anyone needing a break from the seriousness of life, this lighthearted whodunit will have you laughing out loud.
Teardown
Growing up in a dead-end, Thames Valley town like Marden Combe, Kai knows there's no escape without a lot of talent, hard work-and luck.Two weeks before the Clayton Paul Blues Band plans to set out on tour to Germany, their singer quits, and drummer Kai takes matters in hand. With bandmates Jake and Jamie, they recruit a talented new singer-the enigmatic Dominique-as the new face of the band and set out on the road to Berlin in a rickety white van.Dogged by mishaps and under-rehearsed, the band stumbles through their first shows, zig-zagging between chaos and brilliance. But as the first gig in Berlin draws near, the band begins to gel. They're clicking with their audience, and even the stone-hearted Kai starts to crumble under the spell, first of Dom and then...of Lars.As the end of the tour approaches, Kai must make hard choices. Dom? But she's keeping a dark secret. Lars? Not after the acrimony of their last parting. The band? Or will that dream crumble too?
How Can We Be Wrong?
Max is a gay nurse. This gut-wrenching story describes his experiences of being prescribed an almost lethal mixture of bullying, bigotry and rejection from the very nursing community he represents today. Sadly, being a nurse does not come with an invisible shield. This story is a personal account of the good, the bad, and the dam right ugly of NHS staff. There is truthfulness, humour, and lessons for us all. And yet the underbelly of stigma is not watered down; it is there without sentimentality.This story parallels the social, political, and personal impact of 'coming out' within the early 1990s. It describes Max's experiences of working within the health service following the aftermath of Section 28 and the HIV/Aids era. The story shows that everyone in their way can overcome the badness that life throws at them. Where there is adversity, there can be hope. Where there is desperation, there can be strength. Where there is pain, there can be healing.Max's thirty-year story hopes to give a voice to the silenced. In his mission to 'walk the walk' of inclusion, he offers a taste of his husband and his experiences of adopting two children.
White Room Virgin
An Unexpected First Love and Roommate MM RomanceRaised with strict beliefs, Jonah suddenly realizes that he feels attracted to his roommate.In the quiet isolation of his parents' farm, Jonah has always felt like an outsider. Now, as he moves to Zurich to study, he's ready for a fresh start-new friends, new experiences, and maybe even his first romance. But the vibrant city brings unexpected challenges. Jonah soon finds himself caught between the strict religious values he was raised with and the undeniable pull of his own desires. At the center of his confusion is Lucien, his enigmatic roommate. Lucien is everything Jonah isn't: confident, artistic, and unapologetically bisexual. Though Lucien swears to keep his emotional distance, old wounds are reopened when Jonah stirs feelings he thought he'd buried long ago. Haunted by his past and hesitant to let anyone close, Lucien faces a battle between love and fear, even as Jonah's presence pushes him to confront truths he's long avoided. Will Jonah break free from the chains of his upbringing and find the love he craves? Will Lucien face his fears?Strict Religious Upbringing Roommate Romance Hurt/Comfort Bisexual Representation Coming of Age
Coriolanus (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Coriolanus is a tragedy that follows the life of Caius Marcius, a distinguished Roman general renowned for his military prowess, particularly in the siege of Corioli against the Volscians. His valor earns him the honorific "Coriolanus." Encouraged by his mother, Volumnia, he seeks political power as a consul. However, his disdain for the common people and inflexibility lead to political conflict, resulting in his banishment from Rome. In exile, Coriolanus allies with his former enemy, Tullus Aufidius, leader of the Volscians, to exact revenge on Rome, setting the stage for a complex exploration of pride, loyalty, and the volatile dynamics of power and politics.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
Hamlet (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Hamlet is a tragedy that follows Prince Hamlet of Denmark as he grapples with the sudden death of his father, King Hamlet, and the swift remarriage of his mother, Queen Gertrude, to his uncle, Claudius, who has assumed the throne. The ghost of King Hamlet appears to Prince Hamlet, revealing that he was murdered by Claudius and urging his son to seek revenge. To uncover the truth and contemplate his course of action, Hamlet feigns madness, leading to a series of events that explore themes of treachery, revenge, and moral corruption.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
Antony and Cleopatra (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Antony and Cleopatra is a tragedy that chronicles the tumultuous relationship between Mark Antony, one of Rome's triumvirs, and Cleopatra, the enigmatic Queen of Egypt. Antony, captivated by Cleopatra's allure, neglects his duties in Rome, leading to political tensions with his fellow triumvir, Octavius Caesar. Summoned back to Rome, Antony attempts to mend alliances by marrying Octavius's sister, Octavia, but his passion for Cleopatra draws him back to Egypt. This rekindled affair exacerbates the rift with Octavius, culminating in a series of conflicts that test loyalties and challenge the balance of power between Rome and Egypt.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
Cymbeline (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Cymbeline is a richly layered story of love, betrayal, and political intrigue. King Cymbeline of Britain banishes his daughter, Imogen, for secretly marrying Posthumus Leonatus, a man of lower rank. In exile, Posthumus is tricked by the scheming Iachimo, who falsely convinces him of Imogen's infidelity. Meanwhile, Imogen, fleeing her stepbrother Cloten, disguises herself as a boy and hides in the Welsh mountains, where she unknowingly meets her long-lost brothers, kidnapped in infancy. As a Roman invasion looms, the characters' fates intertwine, leading to dramatic revelations and resolutions.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
Edward III (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Edward III chronicles the exploits of King Edward III of England. The narrative begins with Edward asserting his claim to the French throne, leading to military campaigns in France. Amidst the warfare, Edward becomes infatuated with the Countess of Salisbury, testing his honor and duty. The play also highlights the valor of Edward's son, the Black Prince, particularly at the Battle of Cr矇cy. Through these intertwined stories, the play examines themes of power, chivalry, and the complexities of leadership.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
King John (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
King John begins with King John ascending to the throne amid disputes over his legitimacy, challenged by his nephew, Arthur, who has the support of France. As tensions escalate, war erupts between England and France, leading to shifting alliances and political intrigue. Amidst the conflict, themes of loyalty, power, and family dynamics are explored, particularly through the character of Philip the Bastard, who provides a cynical commentary on the unfolding events. The play delves into the complexities of leadership and the consequences of ambition, set against the backdrop of medieval geopolitics.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
Julius Caesar (Royal Collector’s Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Julius Caesar is a tragedy that explores political ambition, betrayal, and the moral complexities of power. The play opens with two tribunes discovering the commoners of Rome celebrating Julius Caesar's triumphant return from defeating the sons of his military rival, Pompey. Fearing Caesar's growing power and potential tyranny, a faction of Roman senators, including Cassius and the morally conflicted Brutus, conspire to assassinate him. After the assassination, Mark Antony, Caesar's loyal ally, stirs up hostility against the conspirators, leading to a dramatic civil war.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
King Lear (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
King Lear is a tragedy that explores themes of power, betrayal, and madness. The play follows King Lear, who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters-Goneril, Regan, and Cordelia-based on their professions of love for him. Goneril and Regan deceitfully flatter Lear, while Cordelia, who genuinely loves him, is disowned for refusing empty flattery. Lear soon discovers the treachery of Goneril and Regan, leading to his descent into madness. Meanwhile, the Duke of Gloucester is betrayed by his illegitimate son, Edmund, resulting in his downfall and intertwining their fates in profound tragedy.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
Revisiting Revenge Tragedy
Revisiting Revenge Tragedy explores one of the most popular and influential genres of early modern theatre. Revenge tragedies resonated with audiences and authors because of their explicit and often horrific depictions of political instability, religious violence, and affective distress. In innovative and provocative ways, this book situates the political, religious, and affective dimensions of such plays within the transnational dynamics of their inception and dissemination across a conflicted Europe, raising questions for us now about authority, tyranny, and justice. Moreover, detailed case studies demonstrate how depicting revenge questioned or evinced sometimes radical sexual, cultural, and political identities and positions. Contributors include Karoline Johanna Baumann, Sarah I. Fengler, Anne Graham, Adam Hansen, Tom Laureys, Vanessa Lim, Marco Prandoni, Cornelis van der Haven, Tim Vergeer, Helen Watanabe-O'Kelly, and Dinah Wouters.
Posy
It was posy's voice, rose thought. And those eyes. and that nose! what a remarkable nose. It had character. That quaint brooch at her neck, those shoes. she could not be real! Everything about her new roommate struck rose as fascinating. There was something oddly mysterious about posy...
Theatrics
The Theatrics exposed in these plays are not those of mimesis or representation - look elsewhere for the banal trappings of scenarios weighed down with incident and context, for characters gobbed up with personalities or motivations, for dialogue chained and bound by comprehensibility. These scenes maintain their Suspension without Disbelief. From start to finish, they relentlessly sabotage the very dramaturgy they invoke. Leaving the "Theatre of the Absurd" choking in the dust, John Crouse does not so much "Break the Fourth Wall" as he knocks out the load-bearing beams of grammar, plus characterization, plot, scene, and our basic expectations of language itself, in order to demolish the theatre's floor, ceiling, and the other three Walls, leaving only the fourth one that's transparent. Though refusing all gestures toward representation, each play is marinated in a unique blend of vocabularic themes and syntactical illogics. And yet, through their baffling and unpredictable and raunchy and often funny verbal play, they release and amplify a more primal, hieratic dimension of the theatrical impulse, arising not from mimesis but from the affect of language itself. The characters are characters only because they are enunciating the lines that shoot or crawl or ring or dribble out through their mouths like chunky streams of physical matter, unbidden and almost unregarded by each other. This speech is destined for the mouths of oracles, not of actors. Characters are catalysts which embody speech, issue it, and then restrain it there on the stage of our reading, where it is suspended in a realm directed at us, yet holding us ever at an eternal distance: theatre as a suspended space between the direct address of speech and the ungraspable suspension of writing. They are not speaking to us, nor for our benefit; they do not need us. They are speaking past us. This theatre lives not in the quotidian, mundane world of relatable people having relatable feelings and doing comprehensible things, but in the fever-dreams of the world inhabited by Kabuki and Noh theatre, by Javanese and Indonesian puppet theatre, by Butoh and Artaud's Theatre of Cruelty: the space that is stretched weirdly between the irrational and the comprehensible, the sacred and the mundane, language and the flesh. Having kicked MEANING off-stage, these theatrics return to the dionysiac origins of Greek theatre - but here we find the inscrutible speech of something even more primal than the gods.
The Friend Who Stays
Razorback basketball star, Tyler McCall was heading for the pros when a devastating knee injury caused by a teenager drunk driver, ended his career. Struggling with his anger, he has come to the small community in southeast Arkansas, where it all happened. He came to visit his grandparents, to let his shattered knee heal, and to see someone pays for the pain he has endured. When seventeen-year-old Jennifer "Jenny" Reynolds almost runs into Tyler for a second time, she tells him her name is Jenny and she scouts cotton for his grandparents. She knows he would not want to have anything to do with her if he knew who she was. How can Jenny let this chance pass? So, she grabs it. Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance? Will Jenny get one, once Tyler realizes the role she played in his accident.
The Trompe L'Oeil Effect
Gavin Hayes seems to have it all as a successful real estate agent married to the accomplished Dr. Eric Clarke, with whom he shares an eight-year-old son, Ashton. Together, they seem to embody the perfect family. From the outside, their life appears to be the epitome of domestic bliss, but beneath the surface, Gavin harbors a secret that threatens to shatter it all. Despite the perfection of his family life, Gavin cannot let go of his passionate affair with Colton Anderson, a seductive artist whose allure keeps pulling him deeper into deceit. Torn between his stable family life and the thrilling escapism Colton offers, Gavin finds himself trapped in a dangerous balancing act.In an attempt to manage his spiraling emotions and the guilt consuming him, Gavin turns to Dr. Henry Jacobs, a psychologist, for help. But as the therapy sessions unfold, Dr. Jacobs becomes increasingly alarmed by Gavin's inability to confront the gravity of his situation. The more Gavin reveals, the clearer it becomes that he is unraveling under the weight of his deception. Dr. Jacobs fears that Gavin's precarious grip on reality could lead to devastating consequences for both his family and himself.As Gavin's world threatens to collapse, it becomes unclear whether he can escape the web of lies he's spun-or if he's already too far gone.
In the Great Together
Each of these one-act plays resonates with sharp, memorable dialogue and diverse and powerful themes, plots, and characters. MAXIMILAN takes place in 1867 in a prison cell the night before the execution of Maximilian, the former Emperor of Mexico. A fellow aristocrat, smuggled into the prison as a stable boy, tries to talk his friend into leaving Mexico and returning to Austria, rather than be executed. CRY OF THE BOY, a more existential drama, delves into the everyday life of a 17-year-old boy and his relationship with his mother and father. THE DEVIL AND DON QUIJOTE is an original application of the classic Cervantes tale to the story of Don Quijote, a man who has just escaped from an old age home aided by his former attendant Sancho. SCORPIO explores the relationship between a 20-year-old woman named Tom, and Stanley, a 19-year-old who wanders into Tom's apartment as he goes door to door in a Bronx apartment building, selling merchandise made by the blind.
Opposing Forces
"Opposing Forces" presents itself as an alternative to overcoming the great duality that exists in each one of us. How many times in life are we faced with situations in which both alternatives have favorable and unfavorable circumstances and the act of choosing one of them becomes true martyrdom. We must learn to reflect and think carefully about which the true path to be followed is and the consequences of that choice. Finally, we need to assemble the "opposing forces" of our lives and make them bear fruit. Thus, we can achieve a much-desired happiness.
Stock Pieces: British Repertory Theatre, 1760-1830
What do we gain from watching a familiar play for the nth time? This was a crucial question for Romantic-period theatre managers, who, to deliver varied programmes, relied on a repertoire of 'stock' entertainments performed in alternation with the latest plays. Repertory theatre was not new to the Romantic period, but it took on additional purchase at a time when the playhouse was not simply a site for entertainment but a government-controlled cultural institution and business, subject to sometimes extreme financial, political, and ideological pressures.Through an innovative selection of case studies drawn from deep archival research, Stock Pieces juxtaposes canonical with otherwise forgotten entertainments; unites the period's professional and amateur dramatic cultures; and spans British metropolitan, provincial, and imperial geographies. The picture that emerges is fresh and compelling. Stock Pieces sheds light on the mechanics of stock piece status, the Romantic afterlives of Shakespeare's near contemporaries (whose popular appeal declined as his increased), and the work of various agents (from pantomime arrangers to enslaved performers in Jamaica) who contested the repertoire's received aesthetic and cultural values.It also explores the extent to which investments in the abolitionist cause were remediated by stock pieces that revived and reenacted the spectral violence of slavery and the slave trade - for various purposes.Stock Pieces showcases how the Romantic-period dramatic repertoire could be mobilised to signify social and political practices that operated outside the theatrical institution, crossed national borders, and dared to effect real change.
And Then?
In England, orphaned at six PAMELA is being torn from her Nanny and sent to boarding schools by her uncle. She feels awkward and abandoned. her peers and teachers are unkind to her. In spite of adversity Pamela concentrates on her studies. She decides to become a kind and understanding teacher. A scholarship to study the Maria Montessori Teaching Method is her reward. After graduation she receives a letter from the Mayor of the town. Andrew, the Mayor, gives her a letter from an unknown Lady. Pamela discovers that she has inherited a traditional English cottage. Andrew and Pamela connect. They meet often and fall in Love.An unpleasant surprise visit from her estranged uncle challenges Pamela character. She learns to forgive. At Christmas she discovers a letter from her late Mother. In it Pamela discovers that she has inherited her Mother's school in India.Meanwhile, Pamela and Andrew decide to marry. He introduces her to his family at Tarrington Abbey. She discovers that Andrew is the heir to a Lordship. The wedding gift is a trip to India! They discover fascinating people and cities. In Udaipur an important revelation awaits Pamela. She learns of a secret relationship. After an exhausting tour through India, the couple withdraw on a houseboat to relax. An excursion to an island is suddenly interrupted by an urgent message from England. The couple must return home immediately! A tearful family welcomes them. A long period of mourning turns into hope when a new heir is born!
The Netzereth Trial
The authors of two letters in the New Testament are considered by many to be the actual half-brothers of Jesus Christ. However we are told in the gospels that the family of Jesus approached Him at one point during His ministry asking Him to come home, thinking He was out of His mind (Mark 3:21). But how did Jesus's brothers go from being concerned about His sanity to being important contributors to the early church?The Netzereth Trial suggests a possible series of events that happen around Jesus's brothers in Nazareth during Passion Week. While Jesus experiences a trial, death, and surprising triumph, His family in Nazareth experiences similar events that completely change the way they view their brother.In this work of historical fiction the families of Nazareth believed they were of the line of King David and thus, the promised people of the "Branch" predicted in scripture. Therefore they named their town "Netzereth" from the Hebrew word for "branch", which is netzer.
The ripple, the wave that carried me home
Tony-nominated playwright Christina Anderson penned this poignant, transporting and quietly subversive story of racial justice, political legacy and family forgiveness. Janice's childhood was steeped in her parents' activism as they fought for the integration of public swimming pools in 1960s Kansas and taught scores of Black children to swim. But Janice later steps away from her parents' politics and starts her own life and family far away - until she's pressed into speaking at a ceremony honoring her father. the ripple, the wave that carried me home is a moving exploration of a family's response to injustice and a daughter's reckoning with her political inheritance.
Winter's Tale
In the Winter's Tale, Shakespeare masterfully blends intense psychological drama with lighthearted comedy to explore themes of jealousy, redemption, and the passage of time. Originally classified as a comedy, this play defies easy categorization, often regarded as one of Shakespeare's 'problem plays' for its striking tonal shifts. The first acts delve into the destructive power of jealousy, unraveling a royal family, while the later acts restore hope through forgiveness, love, and renewal. Featuring one of Shakespeare's most iconic stage directions-'Exit, pursued by a bear'-this timeless tale bridges the realms of tragedy and romance, captivating audiences with its emotional depth and vivid storytelling.A testament to Shakespeare's genius, the Winter's Tale continues to inspire and resonate as a profound exploration of human fallibility and resilience.
Made in America and the Hidden Stories of The Sopranos
Made in America and the Hidden Stories of The Sopranos by Steve Else shows how most viewers have misunderstood the mysterious finale of television's greatest drama. It is shown to be one of a number of narratives secreted within The Sopranos which require extra attention to be paid to subtle clues. Made in America is revealed as a dream of the central character Tony Soprano, the final one of a series of his presented in the show. This fully referenced book, the first full-length analysis of the finale, outlines the deficiencies of influential commentatorsand offers reasons why interviews of David Chase, creator of The Sopranos, are not always as reliable as one would hope. The way in which Tony dies at the final cut to black is explained: while consistent with how he has lived, it is not at all like many have come to believe. Other hidden stories are also examined, including the true culprit behind the killing of the horse Pie-O-My. This expanded edition, almost twice the length of the first, shows that there is even more to this most complex of dramas than you ever realised.
When the veil drops
Follow this young daughter when she was sold by her father to a bordello in the red light district in Pakistan and her struggle for freedom and eventually leaving her country in the East for freedom in Pakista and eventually leaving her country in the East for freedom and education in the West is unimaginable as she finally gets a high degree in college and got married .
As You Like It (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedic play that weaves together the stories of four young lovers, a group of amateur actors, and the magical fairies who inhabit a mystical forest. Set against the backdrop of Duke Theseus and Queen Hippolyta's upcoming wedding, the lovers' romantic troubles are complicated by fairy mischief, particularly from the playful Puck, and the quarrels of Oberon and Titania, the fairy king and queen. Filled with magical transformations and humorous misunderstandings, the play explores themes of love, illusion, and the line between reality and fantasy.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
All's Well That Ends Well (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedic play that weaves together the stories of four young lovers, a group of amateur actors, and the magical fairies who inhabit a mystical forest. Set against the backdrop of Duke Theseus and Queen Hippolyta's upcoming wedding, the lovers' romantic troubles are complicated by fairy mischief, particularly from the playful Puck, and the quarrels of Oberon and Titania, the fairy king and queen. Filled with magical transformations and humorous misunderstandings, the play explores themes of love, illusion, and the line between reality and fantasy.William Shakespeare's plays are a cornerstone of global culture, blending timeless human themes like love, ambition, and identity with masterful storytelling and linguistic brilliance. His works revolutionized theater, introduced phrases and words still used today, and bridged the gap between popular entertainment and profound artistry. By capturing the spirit of his era while remaining universally relevant, Shakespeare's plays continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences worldwide.This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
I am
"I am" is presented as a challenge, a daring, face a society many times backward and conservative. The first great thinker to face this paradigm, was a Jew called Jesus Christ about two thousand years ago. By declaring being son of God and by affirming his "I am" he broke the then existing structures. Inspired by this example, this book gives a shout of freedom that every human being must experience. We are not what the others say, and we are many times the personality that we create. We must be ourselves with the naked and raw truth. Following it, we will awaken our true "I am" and this will free us from our own fears forever. "I am" also puts in contradiction the rules, the false morals, the prejudices, the intolerance, and pride. Only when we find our main axle, we will define our priorities and the best way to realize them. The book poses pertinent questions relating to the correlated and inter-correlated relations. Finally, "I am" is a prime work that must be read in the light of the present society and if we put ourselves in the plot line, we will solve our failures and will discover that there is no greater happiness in the world than being together with our friends, our masters, with our belief and with our God. With them, we are stronger, and we will transform ourselves into advocates, spreaders, and protectors of the things of goodness. Do that. Be an apostle of goodwill, truth, the father and always practice love. A hug and proficient reading.
The Last Judgment of Kings / Le Jugement Dernier Des Rois
First performed the day after Marie-Antoinette's beheading, Le Jugement dernier des rois stages the burlesque trial of the remaining kings and queens of Europe--paraded in chains like animals, made to brawl over a barrel of crackers, and finally obliterated by a spectacular volcanic eruption. Such is the shocking context--at once tragic and farcical--of the most infamous play of the French Revolution, familiar to all specialists of the period. Until now, however, no standalone critical edition or English translation of this historic play existed. This bilingual edition revives Mar矇chal's play and reveals its centrality to scholarly debates about Revolutionary notions of justice, religion, commemoration, comedy, and propaganda. Provocative, written in accessible prose, and short--perfect for students in a French or history seminar--Le Jugement dernier des rois offers an ideal introduction to the most important and contentious questions of the Revolutionary period. Jou矇 pour la premi癡re fois le lendemain de l'ex矇cution de Marie-Antoinette, Le Jugement dernier des rois met en sc癡ne le proc癡s burlesque des autres rois et reines d'Europe: exhib矇s et encha簾n矇s tels des animaux, contraints de se battre pour un tonneau de biscuits, et finalement an矇antis par l'矇ruption spectaculaire d'un volcan. Tel est le contexte scandaleux--trag矇die et farce ? la fois--de la pi癡ce la plus c矇l癡bre de la R矇volution fran癟aise, bien connue de tous les sp矇cialistes de cette p矇riode. Jusqu'? maintenant, pourtant, il n'existait ni 矇dition critique ni traduction anglaise de cet ouvrage historique. Notre 矇dition bilingue fait revivre la pi癡ce de Mar矇chal et la replace au centre des plus grands d矇bats chez les historiens de la R矇volution, traitant de justice, religion, comm矇moration, com矇die, et propagande. Provocateur, facile ? lire, et concis--parfaitement adapt矇 aux 矇tudiants d'un cours de fran癟ais ou d'histoire--Le Jugement dernier des rois propose ainsi une introduction id矇ale ? la p矇riode r矇volutionnaire et ? ses principales controverses. Published by Bucknell University Press. Distributed worldwide by Rutgers University Press.
The Last Judgment of Kings / Le Jugement Dernier Des Rois
First performed the day after Marie-Antoinette's beheading, Le Jugement dernier des rois stages the burlesque trial of the remaining kings and queens of Europe--paraded in chains like animals, made to brawl over a barrel of crackers, and finally obliterated by a spectacular volcanic eruption. Such is the shocking context--at once tragic and farcical--of the most infamous play of the French Revolution, familiar to all specialists of the period. Until now, however, no standalone critical edition or English translation of this historic play existed. This bilingual edition revives Mar矇chal's play and reveals its centrality to scholarly debates about Revolutionary notions of justice, religion, commemoration, comedy, and propaganda. Provocative, written in accessible prose, and short--perfect for students in a French or history seminar--Le Jugement dernier des rois offers an ideal introduction to the most important and contentious questions of the Revolutionary period. Jou矇 pour la premi癡re fois le lendemain de l'ex矇cution de Marie-Antoinette, Le Jugement dernier des rois met en sc癡ne le proc癡s burlesque des autres rois et reines d'Europe: exhib矇s et encha簾n矇s tels des animaux, contraints de se battre pour un tonneau de biscuits, et finalement an矇antis par l'矇ruption spectaculaire d'un volcan. Tel est le contexte scandaleux--trag矇die et farce ? la fois--de la pi癡ce la plus c矇l癡bre de la R矇volution fran癟aise, bien connue de tous les sp矇cialistes de cette p矇riode. Jusqu'? maintenant, pourtant, il n'existait ni 矇dition critique ni traduction anglaise de cet ouvrage historique. Notre 矇dition bilingue fait revivre la pi癡ce de Mar矇chal et la replace au centre des plus grands d矇bats chez les historiens de la R矇volution, traitant de justice, religion, comm矇moration, com矇die, et propagande. Provocateur, facile ? lire, et concis--parfaitement adapt矇 aux 矇tudiants d'un cours de fran癟ais ou d'histoire--Le Jugement dernier des rois propose ainsi une introduction id矇ale ? la p矇riode r矇volutionnaire et ? ses principales controverses. Published by Bucknell University Press. Distributed worldwide by Rutgers University Press.
Contemporary Performance Translation
Radically rethinking translation for the contemporary international stage, Jean Graham-Jones interrogates standard linguistic and cultural categories and proposes an overhaul of the translation process itself, incorporating dramaturgical logic and staging, actor training and performance styles, gesture and embodiment, and performance aesthetics and reception. She demonstrates how a theory of translationality - in which translations do not erase the original but rather stand in relation to it and to other texts and performances - encapsulates the collaborative process between contemporary translators and theatre artists. Presenting multiple experiential cases and drawing on Graham-Jones's own career as a translator, actor, director and scholar working in Argentina, the US, and the UK, this richly interdisciplinary work extends a traditional understanding of contemporary performance translation and its potential in theatrical practice.
(Orestes) The Son
(Orestes) The Son by Peter A. Campbell A wild, poetic mash-up of the myth of Orestes. A play for performance. from NoPassport Press. POETRY/DRAMA ISBN: 978-1-300-97750-6 USD $10.00
Weed Mountain
A cosmic comedy about what happens when a group of down-home Appalachian farmers accidentally create the most powerful cannabis crop in the universe! When George T Hawkins and his hillbilly neighbors try to save their dying town by growing hemp, they get way more than they bargained for after bringing in an eccentric Dutch scientist with some very special seeds.Soon their little experiment on Weed Mountain starts exhibiting some seriously strange properties - we're talking glowing plants, interdimensional portals, and tobacco-chewing farmers suddenly gaining cosmic powers. As their miracle crop catches the attention of sketchy government agents, corporate vultures, and beings from across the cosmos, the folks of Shady Grove have to figure out how to protect their newfound prosperity while spreading good vibes throughout the universe.Packed with colorful characters like Jeb the entrepreneurial moonshiner-turned-cosmic-businessman, a gang of metaphysical bikers called the Steel Angels, and a crotchety old farmer whose prize rooster starts predicting the future, this trippy tale blends Southern charm with psychedelic sci-fi. From accidental interdimensional tourism to epic cosmic hoedowns, "Weed Mountain" serves up a heaping helping of laughs as these unlikely heroes stumble their way into becoming the guardians of universal harmony. It turns out a little hillbilly ingenuity and some very special hemp might be exactly what the cosmos ordered!Full of heart, humor and enough good ol' country wisdom to fill a cosmic barn, this story asks the important questions like: What happens when you give a possum interdimensional powers? Can you make biscuits in zero gravity? And just how high can a cosmic cannabis crop get? The answer: Higher than anyone ever imagined!
I, Carmelita Tropicana
Alina Troyano's one-woman shows, plays, and essays have astonished audiences and readers with their creativity, humor, and crackling political energy. I, Carmelita Tropicana offers the first comprehensive collection of her work, from "Memorias de la Revoluci籀n" (with Uzi Parnes) to "Your Kunst is Your Waffen" (with Ela Troyano).
The Communication and Reception of Polish Theatre in China
This study combines a literature review from a macro perspective and case studies from a micro perspective to reveal the communication and reception of Polish theatre in China, starting from the reception-end to explore the factors that influence the communication of Polish theatre. The literature review provides an overview of the development history and the current situation of Chinese modern theatre, and traces the communication footprint of Polish theatre in the hundred-year development of Chinese theatre on a timeline. The selection of case studies considers two perspectives: theatrical theory, and theatrical productions. Thus, the theatrical concepts of Polish theatre master Jerzy Grotowski and three Polish/Sino-Polish theatrical productions performed on the Chinese theatre stage since the second decade of the new century are selected for study. This study also explores various topics around theatre and cross-cultural communication, such as theater ecology and development, theatrical creation, actors, audience reception, appropriation of cultural resources and cultural tolerance, mediation of values at the reception-end, and the role of language, translation and new media in cross-cultural communication.
