Savage World
2016 Revised, Reduced-Cast Version Solomon Eisner, a former freelance journalist, is trying to find a way to repair his broken relationship with his biracial son, Danny. Sol has tried to protect Danny from a dangerous past, but now he decides to videotape himself telling about this dark chapter from his youth that led to Danny's birth. The play dramatizes Sol's attempt to save his son from a descent into violence, as Sol travels back to the 1970s, chronicling his quest to prove the innocence of "Savage" James, an outspoken Black boxer who has been convicted of murdering a Jewish couple during the Newark riots. The play alternates between these two realities (the 1970s and "the present"), as Sol tries to rediscover the thread of belief and conviction that can give his son an understanding of events that Sol himself has not been able to come to terms with.
3 Entertainments
3 Entertainments brings together three works for film and television by the American poet Weldon Kees, whose work was introduced to the United Kingdom by Michael Hofmann and Simon Armitage in the 1990s and published by Faber & Faber. A champion of film noir and B-pictures, Kees collaborated on two screen stories in the early 1950s, 'Assignment to Peril, ' a Cold War thriller set in Istanbul, and 'Gadabout, ' which hints darkly of the CIA's LSD doping project, MKUltra. The latter, which is only a fragment, also includes a transcript of a tape on which Kees brainstorms the plot and characters. 'The Waiting Room, ' a stage play adapted for television, is likely Kees's last work before he disappeared from the Golden Gate Bridge in July 1955. With an introduction and notes by Kees's biographer, James Reidel, 3 Entertainments fills a void in Kees's opus and reveals his 'third way' of reconciling a life of art in the inhospitable and desolate culture of postwar America.Besides these moving poems, Weldon Kees left behind an excellent play of the type now most successful off-Broadway, called 'The Waiting Room.' I hope his heirs will make it available soon. Like his poems, it was a few years too early.-Kenneth Rexroth
Out of Season
From the gods, from the hills, from a crush of gyrating bodies lost in a riff, but all time I could hear a voice in my ear: 'Hotel Pantinos! Hotel Pantinos!' I thought it on the track, but then the track changed and it was still there... Yes, the band is back in town! Michael, Chris and Dev are returning to Ibiza and the hotel where it all began thirty years ago ... But Michael's stuck in London, Dev's got a bad back and Chris ... well, he's just Chris. As the trip hurtles off the rails, Holly and Amy arrive and might just get our boys back on track. Neil D'Souza's razor-sharp comedy Out of Season picks over the gulf between past aspirations and present realities - how we can come to terms with the past and find a way to face the future. This edition was published to coincide with the world premiere at Hampstead Theatre Downstairs in February 2024.
The Big Life
EROS!! Do your thing! It's 1950s London, and Ferdy, Bernie, Dennis and Lennie arrive from the West Indies full of expectations and aspirations. Eager to make successes of themselves, they are optimistic about what the future holds. Building this new life will take focus and sacrifice, and the young men make the bold decision to forswear wine and women for three whole years and devote themselves to their future in London. However, Sybil, Mary, Zulieka and Kathy have other ideas and the men's resolve is put to the test as the reality of life in a less-than-welcoming England makes forgoing the warmth of female company hard to resist. Will the men stick with their idea of the Big Life, or will Eros have the final say? A joyful and uplifting journey, where the story of Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost meets that of the Windrush generation in a fun-packed Ska musical. The Big Life returns to the stage twenty years after its Stratford East premiere and subsequent West End transfer. This edition was published to coincide with the February 2024 production at London's Stratford East, presented in association with Chuchu Nwagu Productions Ltd.
The Fearless Heart
On July 17, 1794, a group of Carmelite sisters stand at the foot of the scaf-fold in the Place de la R矇volution. Convicted of the capital crime of being fanatics-anti-revolutionary, anti-libertarian fanatics-they have been con-demned to death and now confront the final, fearful steps to martyrdom. Before this ultimate moment, their community has been sifted like wheat: the youngest among them, the aristocratic Blanche de la Force, afraid equally of life and of death, has run away. Now, in this final, fatal hour, the sisters pray that their faith not may fail, and that the anguish of fear might submit to the love that is as strong as death. "Fear is also God's daughter, redeemed on the night of Holy Friday.... She is man's intercessor." (Georges Bernanos)The Fearless Heart, an English translation by Michael Legat of Dialogues des Carm矇lites (originally published in 1950), was intended by Bernanos for film adaptation, the scenario of which had been prepared by the French Dom-inican priest Raymond Bruckberger. In its eventual movie form (1960), the complexity, beauty, and vitality of Bernanos's work is tangible; still more impressive, however, is the power of text in its own right to communicate just as powerfully those same characteristics.
Freedom Shall Come
It is 2055 when the undying, immortal spirits of three biblical icons bestow their supernatural gifts of Love, Peace, and Wisdom upon the Robinson family. Despite horrific acts of terrorism, environmental catastrophes, the nuclear exchange between the superpowers, and attempts to kill them, the Robinsons must not be deterred from saving Mankind from extinction.
Freedom Shall Come
It is 2055 when the undying, immortal spirits of three biblical icons bestow their supernatural gifts of Love, Peace, and Wisdom upon the Robinson family. Despite horrific acts of terrorism, environmental catastrophes, the nuclear exchange between the superpowers, and attempts to kill them, the Robinsons must not be deterred from saving Mankind from extinction.
Trails of Hope - Finding Atticus
Based on a true story, "Trails of Hope: Finding Atticus," follows Pamela, who finds her dream horse named Atticus, only for the horse to vanish from the barn. Devastated by the loss and determined to find him, Pamela embarks on a relentless search that spans several years. Pamela also confronts the toxicity of her relationship with her parents, navigating the complexities of familial ties while seeking closure and resolution. Her unwavering quest to locate the missing horse becomes a driving force in her life, and in turn, the horse becomes a symbol of hope and redemption. The book intricately weaves together the themes of resilience, love for animals, repairing fractured relationships, and overcoming the burdens of a toxic past.
Cracking
Winner of the Tinniswood Award at the 2024 BBC Audio Awards As I walk past the funeral parlour, I see a poster next to their two-for-one offer. It's a wanted poster with my name on it. A completely made-up true story. When the world goes mad, do we inevitably go mad too? When Sh繫n playfully cracks an egg on his mother's head, he has no idea real-life internet trolls will appear on his doorstep. Cracking takes on the battle between love and hate, asking what's funny and where we draw the line. Part stand-up, part theatre, Cracking is a funny, touching and thought-provoking solo performance that sews together fact and fiction into one seamless whole making us wonder what's real, what's not and what's gone wrong. This story about love and hatred celebrates how searching for connection beats disconnecting. This edition was published to coincide with the UK tour starting in February 2024.
Instructions for a Teenage Armageddon
And I think you can tell a lot about a person by what they choose to see in you. She was a 17 year old girl; the only God she believed in was Taylor Swift. After her sister's untimely death by a Yorkshire Pudding, a funny teenage misfit begrudgingly joins a flailing scout group to help her navigate the kicks and punches of adolescence with varying degrees of success. Rosie Day's debut play Instructions for a Teenage Armageddon is a rollercoaster ride through youth. Whether you are a young person, know a young person, or simply were a young person once - it's time to rip up the rule book and reconnect with your younger self. This edition was published to coincide with the production which opened at the West End's Garrick Theatre in March 2024.
Abandon All Hope
Full-length dark comedy/drama play for 4 actors (2F/2M). Approximate Runtime: 85 minutes. When three college freshmen (a scrappy feminist, a na簿ve evangelical, and a cocky analyst) meet in Hell-which appears as a dorm room-they are forced to play a game with eternal stakes, which draws out each one's fatal flaws in their interactions with each other and a fun-loving demon. The winner will go to Heaven at the cost of the others' eternal torture. Inspired by No Exit, The Good Place, and Knives Out, Peter Fenton's Off-Broadway debut explores ethics, religion, and identity. Abandon All Hope had its world premiere at Theatre Row in New York City as part of the Rogue Theater Festival in June 2023.Content Statement: This play contains dark humor, mature themes, sexual innuendo, profanity, alcohol consumption, and some criticism of organized religion. Recommended for ages 14+
My Best Friend, Marty
It's the summer of 2003 in a small town, under the endless possibilities of clear blue skies. Two young men meet, weaving their destinies with an unbreakable thread. My Best Friend, Marty tells the tale of these kindred spirits as they navigate life's highs and lows, showcasing the enduring strength of their friendship.Against the ever-changing backdrop of the 21st century, the narrative unfolds over two decades, capturing the essence of Matt and Marty's lasting bond. Get ready to step into the nostalgia of early 2000s pop culture and immerse yourself in the tumultuous waves of adulthood, all while building a life with your most trusted confidant by your side.My Best Friend, Marty invites readers into a touching and relatable story of friendship, loyalty, and the power of shared experiences. It reminds us that genuine friendship can withstand the test of time regardless of the paths we choose. So, readers, embark on this journey and become entwined in the laughter, tears, and love emanating from each page. Witness the moments that ignite the magic of their connection.
Illusive Innocence
Henry and Barby are neighbors, classmates, and more. Barby's family is affluent and well-to-do, while Henry's family leads a simple life on a small income. Feelings of ambivalence pervade young Henry's adolescence as he becomes involved with both Barby and her sister. Brandy, Barby's older sister, seduces Henry, and their secret sexual escapades entrap them in a love they try to ignore. As Henry struggles to endure the love of two sisters, college and careers carry them into adulthood. Then tragedy strikes, and the two families unite as they try to hold on to some kind of normalcy. These were the innocent years. The two teenagers sat and talked while warming themselves. "Henry, I hate you." Henry looked at Barby bewildered." What did I do now?" Barby reached out and pulled his hair over his head covering his face. "Your hair looks nicer than mine. I refuse to associate with a boy who has hair like that. It's bad enough that it's longer but it looks nicer too!" He looked at her rolling his eyes back and forth. "So wash it once in a while." She slapped him across his shoulder with her open palm. "Ouch," she said. "Now you are trying to hurt me." Her face broke into a repressed grin. "Barby, you hit me, 1 didn't hit you." She pouted now, sticking out her bottom lip. "Do you think I'm pretty?" Henry put his hands over his face hiding his response. "I think Brandy is pretty," he said in a low voice-almost a whisper.
My Best Friend, Marty
It's the summer of 2003 in a small town, under the endless possibilities of clear blue skies. Two young men meet, weaving their destinies with an unbreakable thread. My Best Friend, Marty tells the tale of these kindred spirits as they navigate life's highs and lows, showcasing the enduring strength of their friendship.Against the ever-changing backdrop of the 21st century, the narrative unfolds over two decades, capturing the essence of Matt and Marty's lasting bond. Get ready to step into the nostalgia of early 2000s pop culture and immerse yourself in the tumultuous waves of adulthood, all while building a life with your most trusted confidant by your side.My Best Friend, Marty invites readers into a touching and relatable story of friendship, loyalty, and the power of shared experiences. It reminds us that genuine friendship can withstand the test of time regardless of the paths we choose. So, readers, embark on this journey and become entwined in the laughter, tears, and love emanating from each page. Witness the moments that ignite the magic of their connection.
Trails of Hope - Finding Atticus
Based on a true story, "Trails of Hope: Finding Atticus," follows Ellen, who finds her dream horse named Atticus, only for the horse to vanish from the barn. Devastated by the loss and determined to find him, Ellen embarks on a relentless search that spans several years. Ellen also confronts the toxicity of her relationship with her parents, navigating the complexities of familial ties while seeking closure and resolution. Her unwavering quest to locate the missing horse becomes a driving force in her life, and in turn, the horse becomes a symbol of hope and redemption. The book intricately weaves together the themes of resilience, love for animals, repairing fractured relationships, and overcoming the burdens of a toxic past.
Bewildered God
The play Bewildered God, comprising fourteen scenes, unleashes a different taste to the readers and audience of Odia literature. In this play, the playwright Dr Narayan Sahoo has been unique and different from his earlier predecessors and contemporary playwrights of Odisha in the sense that he has tactfully and sarcastically dealt with the voice of dissent against communalism, violence and bloodshed, of human beings' religion and livelihood.Jagannath, Ram, Ishwar, Jesus, and Allah are different names of only one omniscient, omniscient, and omnipresent soul. Though the learned pundits and experts of all religions undisputedly have accepted this view, today in Ayodhya, the Ram Mandir-Babri Masjid issue is now pan-Indic, not confined to Hindu and Muslim communities only. As the different feet of an Octopus spread in different directions, the deadly poison of communalism has infected the people and their lifestyle of entire India. Today, God is not the faith of devotees but rather a toy in man's hands, or if we speak, as stated by the playwright, Man is a master, and God is the magician to run the show as directed by the master.The horrible Gas Tragedy had happened in Bhopal in 1984, and by that, many people were disabled, and so was Mary. She lost her procreative power. Her unfortunate husband Joseph knew this, but he couldn't express this bitter truth to Mary. The playwright has very beautifully penned down the sheer reality of life. One day, human beings were considered as the children of God because of the existence and development of heavenly feelings in them. The cadre of attendants attached to the temple, such as priests, servitors, and administrators, were worshipped and respected in the society. But today, the Head Priest and Head Servitor in the play, engrossed in their carnal desire and longing for money, have used God as an instrument. Today, Ishwar Nivas (Dwelling Place of God) turns into a playground of pretension, deception, hypocrisy, and corruption, instead of being the storehouse of devotion and conviction, . The Head Servitor has not withdrawn himself from enjoying the bodily pleasure of devadasi (a female dancer attached to a temple) Leelamayee at the dead hour of night. However, the Christian Mary's youth and money are the objects of his temptation. For that reason, Mary couldn't protect herself. It was not for Mary only, but for God who was worshipped on Ratnabedi (the raised platform), and that His flute and uttariya (Shawl) the servitor has stolen is a trivial matter. At the same time, for his self-interest, this man has blamed God. Therefore, God becomes helpless for his release from social criticisms and blemishes. It is marked that his existence is practically possible only because of the Head Priest and Head Servitor. The title of the play is properly justified. Despite this, everyone is to be tested with the touchstone of Time. Time is also an imaginary character in the play. Forfeiting God's interest, the people erect here the boundaries of communalism among them and created the mountain of religion, and are continuously engaged in inhuman activities. These are closely marked by Time and will be watched in future. Time is only the silent observer of all these happenings in the world. There will be no community, religion, deception, and hypocrisy in future- but only the supremacy of Time- with this possibility, the playwright has ended the play. As 'God' and 'Time' are characters in the play and have expressed their views, the play generates a new excitement in the hearts of the readers and viewers.
Winners
Kelis Jordan is a stunningly beautiful woman who was once broken and misunderstood! Some say her nasty demeanor diminished much of her beauty! Kelis was a young, typical Black girl, like most of us, brought up in an environment that was loving but dysfunctional. She was raised in a household that consisted of only women: her grandmother, mother, and two aunts. Gambling was a permanent fixture in her home.When she was not looking, a young man name Bleu entered her life. He erupted feelings in her she did not know existed, and being so determined not to fall in love, she purposely destroyed the relationship. Bleu was added to the long list of love loss, and to deal with the pain, she continued to rely on her drug of choice... gambling.
Romeo and Juliet
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy that he wrote early on in his career. It is about the love affair that develops between two young Italians who come from families that are at odds with each other. Shakespeare wrote one of his most well-known plays during his lifetime, and it is also one of the most frequently performed, even more so than Hamlet. In modern times, the characters in the title are considered to be the quintessential examples of young lovers.The story of Romeo and Juliet is part of a long-standing tradition of tragic romances that dates back to ancient times. The plot is based on an Italian story that was written by Matteo Bandello. In 1562, Arthur Brooke translated the story into verse and titled it The Tragical History of Romeus and Juliet. In 1567, William Painter retold the story in prose and titled it The Palace of Pleasure. The plot was expanded by Shakespeare through the development of a number of supporting characters, particularly Mercutio and Paris. Shakespeare borrowed heavily from both of these but expanded the plot. It is suggested that the play was written between the years 1591 and 1595, and the quarto edition of the play was initially published in the year 1597. However, the text of the first quarto edition was of poor quality, and subsequent editions made corrections to the text to bring it closer to the original that Shakespeare had written.
Shakespeare's Macbeth
This new edition of Macbeth includes helpful annotations, unique illustrations, and a commentary on the birds hidden in this fascinating play. ---- Macbeth is a tale of witches, deception, secrecy, and superstition. It is also a tale of loyalty, honor, relationships, and God. But of the many motifs of Macbeth, those revolving around nature and the supernatural are central. Some of these superstitions are hidden in the feathers of birds flitting throughout the play. Despite their number, they often remain unnoticed in the greater scope of the story. But they are not included as merely a background prop nor mentioned by happenstance, rather, the birds are often used to characterize a person or give meaning to a scene's atmosphere. Yet to the modern reader, most of these birds mean little besides name, shape, and perhaps color if the reader is well-versed in bird species. Understanding them allows for understanding the underlying messages of the play. So, enjoy Shakespeare's thrilling Macbeth and learn about the symbols, omens, and messages throughout this play.----Inside you will find: - An edited, modern, first folio edition of Macbeth- A glossary of terms - Annotations on every page to aid in reading and understanding- A concluding commentary- Unique illustrations of the birds mentioned in the play
The Taxi Cabaret
The Taxi Cabaret follows six people in their twenties during their first year in New York City. Scott, an aspiring novelist, discovers that you do not have to suffer to write. Mark and Sara test their relationship when they move in together. Zach lives an E-ZPass lifestyle, staying safely in the closet, while the eternally unlucky but relentlessly optimistic Karen falls for him, only to have her heart broken. C.C. is an actress/temp who longs for something in her life that will last more than sixteen bars.
A Sour Chord
Sal Maggione has been struggling to write the perfect song. A song that will help bring his band, So Say The King, to stardom. He's crumpled up more pieces of paper than he'd ever admit to.In the midst of his mundane job making coffee and fighting with himself over the song, he meets Samantha. His world is immediately turned on its side, and he questions everything that he knows, wants, and needs.Join Sal on his quest to complete the perfect the song, his band's rise to fame, and his immediate and intense infatuation with Samantha.A Sour Chord takes you into the mind of a musician trying to live up to the potential that everyone tells him he has.
I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire
To cope with the absence of her father, neglect from her mother, and ridicule by her classmates, eighth grader Shelby Hinkley has put all of her time and energy into the only thing that matters in 2004: Spiderman. When leading a devout online fan club proves insufficient to her needs, Shelby decides to risk it all for love, kidnap famous actor Tobey Maguire, and marry him in her basement. Her fantasies of happily ever after start to crumble as she realizes Tobey may not be the charismatic heartthrob she thinks she knows. A Y2K farce, I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire is a full-throttle explosion of our para-social relationships and the obsessions that detonate them. Author Samantha Hurley writes: "This is for the girlies who were writing One Direction fan fiction and also for One Direction, hiding in the back of restaurants, sprinting to the car to avoid the aforementioned girlies. This is for anyone who has ever kissed a glossy Tiger Beat poster in their room - and also for Zac Efron, who undoubtedly has to put up with many people saying that they used to kiss posters of him."
Sandra
In this one-woman thriller, Sandra seeks to get to the bottom of the mysterious disappearance of her closest friend, a young pianist and composer who went on a trip to Mexico and never returned. Her search for clues leads her into both a highly charged love affair and increasingly dangerous territory. Sandra asks, "How far would you go for love?"
Romeo and Juliet, Adaptation and the Arts
Romeo and Juliet is the most produced, translated and re-mixed of all of Shakespeare's plays. This volume takes up the iconographic, linguistic and performance layers already at work within it and tracks the play's dispersal into neighbouring art forms - including ballet, opera, television and architecture - and geographical locations, including Italy, Ireland, France, India and Korea. Chapters trace Shakespeare's own acts of adaptation and appropriation of sources and the play's subsequent migrations into other media. Part One considers reworkings of Romeo and Juliet in Hector Berlioz's 1839 choral symphony and ballets choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan and John Neumeier. Part Two explores the afterlives of Shakespeare's lovers in the narrative forms of fiction, film and serial television, including works by James Joyce, Samuel Beckett and HBO's series Westworld. Part Three examines dramatic adaptations of the play into other languages, dialects and cultural contexts. Authors consider Hindi translations and the complex and changing status of Shakespeare's work in India, as well as productions of the play in Korea set against its evolving history. The volume ends with a first-person account of staging Romeo and Juliet at an HBCU (historically Black college/university), documenting the tensions between the notion of Shakespeare as a universal author and the lived experiences of marginalized communities as they engage with his plays.
And the Wretched
The playwright Narayan Sahoo brilliantly knocks on society's door to glance over the agonies and suffering the dominated class is experiencing daily through his O Saba Sesha Loka. This has been translated from Odia into English as And the Wretched. Here, he focuses on how people experiencing poverty suffer unendingly and their voice is unheard diachronically. Moving across the axes of Time and Space, the picture remains almost the same, though the illustrations he has stated are of this Indian Peninsula. The powerless and the voiceless raise their voices against the powerful and dominant classes for approving their natural rights. The writer advocates the mantra (dictum), as prescribed in the dialogue of Great Man, can be simplified that nothing is possible through negotiation so far. The alternative to this is revolution, the means of ascertaining one's rights and individuality. He painstakingly cites Ekalavya's case from the Mahabharat, the historical case of the Sun Temple of Odisha and the contemporary society wherein we are all the subjects successfully. He has undoubtedly justified the title of his play. Let's look at the vignettes he has snapped in his creative oeuvre for the wider readership.
Harry Clarke
Harry Clarke is the story of a shy midwestern man who feels more himself when adopting the persona of cocky Londoner Harry Clarke. Moving to New York and presenting himself as an Englishman he charms his way into a wealthy family's life romancing two family members as the seductive and sexually precocious Harry with more on his mind than love. With his spellbinding and emotionally nuanced storytelling Cale has created a riveting story of a man leading an outrageous double life.
1+1
In 1+1, an unsuspecting aspiring actress in Los Angeles makes a seemingly innocent choice that lures her into the lucrative world of internet porn, and her fate seems caught between the two men who couldn't seem more opposite, yet might have more in common than first meets the eye.
Gone to Earth
"Gone to Earth" is an ancient romance drama story book written by Mary Gladys Meredith Webb. Located in the picturesque Shropshire region of the United Kingdom, the story follows the lifestyles of Hazel Woodus, an appealing and carefree extra more youthful female with a robust connection to the natural international round her. Audiences are drawn right proper right into an especially complicated plot as Hazel navigates the worrying problems of love, obligation, and societal expectancies. Themes covered encompass choice, betrayal, and the look for strong hassle. Webb's poetic storytelling fairly captures the grand splendor of the Shropshire geographical region, which offers because of the truth the backdrop for Hazel's tough journey. Around its center, "Gone to Earth" is a poignant exam of the battle among personal instincts and conventional norms, and it moreover addresses nature's perennial capacity to fascinate and confront the human situation. Way of Hazel's narrative, this is Webb gives vital views into the dominion of humanity, allowing audiences to maintain in mind the merciless records of affection, morality, and the pursuit of pleasure. With its unique plot and well-known project topics, "Gone to Earth" is a terrific massive of literature from England, displaying Webb's functionality to weave collectively surely shifting narratives that resonate with readers via generations.
Family Pride Or, Purified by Suffering
"Family Pride" is an ancient romance story book written by Mary Jane Holmes. The plot of the paintings is ready inside the 2nd half of the 19th century and follows the lives of the aristocratic Montagues and the strolling-beauty Percys as their fates come to be intertwined because of love, ambition, and societal norms. "Family Pride" explores troubles of financial renown, honor, and the multidimensional nature of familial ties. As the story progresses, viewers are transported to an international in which the merciless social order of the time governs the lives and options of its population. Holmes' literarystyle is prominent thru its precise descriptions, outstanding characterizations, and complex plotlines. Her extremely good tale paints a superb photo of bygone eras, immersing site visitors inside the factors of hobby, sounds, and rituals of nineteenth-century America. Throughout the story, Holmes deftly balances problems of strength of mind, sacrifice, and the pursuit of happiness with societal constraints. "Family Pride" is an undying story that continues to captivate readers in recent times with its mixture of romance, drama, and social announcement.
Race, Sex, and Gender in Contemporary Women’s Theatre
Focusing on dramatic works by contemporary British and American playwrights, in conjunction with feminist political and theoretical texts, this book discusses feminist constructions of the category "Woman".
Salome A Tragedy In One Act
""Salom矇 A Tragedy in One Act"" is a play written by Oscar Wilde in 1891, inspired by the biblical story of Salome. Set in the court of King Herod, the play unfolds as a dark and provocative tale of desire, power, and revenge. At the center of the drama is Princess Salom矇, who becomes infatuated with John the Baptist, also known as Jokanaan. When Jokanaan rejects her advances, Salom矇's obsession turns to a deadly fixation, leading to a chilling climax of dance, seduction, and murder. Wilde's ""Salom矇"" is characterized by its rich symbolism, lush language, and exploration of taboo themes such as lust, decadence, and the corrupting influence of power. The play's evocative imagery and psychological depth have cemented its status as a classic of fin-de-si癡cle literature, captivating audiences with its mesmerizing blend of beauty and horror.
Mercadet A Comedy In Three Acts
"Mercadet: A Comedy in Three Acts" by using Honore de Balzac is a satirical exploration of monetary schemes, societal expectations, and the pursuit of wealth in nineteenth-century France. The play revolves across the man or woman Mercadet, a middle-aged man struggling to preserve the arrival of prosperity within the face of mounting debts.As Mercadet schemes to relaxed the economic future of his daughter, Julie, he concocts complex plans to attract suitors with great fortunes. The play unfolds in a sequence of comedic and farcical conditions, revealing the lengths to which Mercadet is inclined to visit uphold his social standing. Balzac, acknowledged for his eager observations of French society, uses "Mercadet" to critique the obsession with fabric success and the fa癟ade of respectability. The play explores issues of deception, monetary desperation, and the effect of societal expectancies on individuals and their relationships. Despite the comedic factors, Balzac's paintings delves into the tough realities of a society pushed through monetary aspirations. "Mercadet" remains a noteworthy contribution to French literature, supplying a witty and incisive commentary on the complexities of human nature and societal pressures.
The Jealousies Of A Country Town
Honore de Balzac's "The Jealousies of a Country Town" (French name: "Les Rivalites") is a compelling exploration of the elaborate dynamics, scandals, and rivalries that spread in the confines of a provincial French town. This novella is part of Balzac's famend series, "La Comedie Humaine," which gives a complete panorama of French society inside the nineteenth century. Set inside the fictional city of Sancerre, the narrative delves into the lives of its population, revealing the complicated interplay of social hierarchies, amorous affairs, and simmering tensions. The important discern, Minoret-Levrault, a retired physician, turns into a focus for the unfolding drama. The metropolis's higher echelons are disturbed via the arrival of Minoret-Levrault, who stirs up envy and resentment. Balzac skillfully dissects the psychology of jealousy, portraying the characters' insecurities and the poisonous effect of contention on personal relationships. The novella is marked with the aid of Balzac's eager observations of human nature and his potential to unveil the hypocrisies and intrigues that characterize small-city life. "The Jealousies of a Country Town" showcases Balzac's narrative prowess and social remark, revealing the intricacies of a network grappling with ambition, choice, and the pursuit of social status.
The Experiences Of A Barrister, And Confessions Of An Attorney
English barrister and novelist Samuel Warren wrote a legal parody titled "The Experiences of a Barrister, and Confessions of an Attorney" in the 19th century. First published in 1833, the book presents a light-hearted and satirical view of the English legal system in the author's day. A barrister named Mr. Subtle reveals his experiences, insights, and confessions regarding the legal profession as the story progresses. Warren gives readers a satirical look into the inner workings of the legal profession by exposing the peculiarities, foolishness, and absurdities of the legal system through clever anecdotes and humorous situations. The book explores a number of legal practice topics, such as lawyer personalities, legal ethics, and courtroom antics. Its humorous storytelling entertains the reader while shedding light on the peculiarities and difficulties of the legal profession. It does this by fusing humour with social critique.
Cynthia's Revels Or, The Fountain Of Self-Love Vol. One
"Cynthia's Revels: Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a satirical play written by means of Ben Jonson. Set in the courtroom of Queen Elizabeth I, the play explores the themes of self-love, conceitedness, and social pretensions. The story revolves around the character of Cynthia, a symbol of the moon and the queen herself. Cynthia is portrayed as a smart and virtuous ruler who observes the follies and vices of the courtiers. The play satirizes the courtly behavior and exposes the hypocrisy and self-centeredness of the characters. The identify "Cynthia's Revels" refers to the extravagant and extravagant events and entertainments prepared via the courtiers to thrill the queen. These revels serve as a backdrop for the exploration of the characters' flaws and the results of their self-love. Through witty speak, sharp observations, and comedic situations, Jonson criticizes the immoderate self-love and narcissism commonplace in society. The play offers a moral lesson approximately the risks of vanity and the importance of self-awareness and humility. Overall, "Cynthia's Revels: Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a humorous and notion-frightening work that exposes the issues of human nature and offers a satirical remark on the society of Jonson's time.
The Brighton Ripper
If you dare, walk with me: To a place that exists outside the norms of any morality. And who then, am I? Well.... You may call me.... 'Jack'. But, you may know me better as... 'Jack... the Ripper!' I fascinate many So, prepare to be thrilled! Between these printed pages A whole new story, about my past, will unfold. My life in 'Brighton' History, after all, always has Hidden me here..... In plain sight!
Danny Looks Back and The Burning Ship
Two short stories by David Rabe come to life in this collection.In Danny Looks Back - based on Rabe's short story Things We Worried About When I Was Ten - an adult Danny Matz ruminates on his childhood worries: schoolyard bullies, boxing the downstairs neighbor, and missing the night crawlers that come out after a heavy rain. Danny's remembrances reflect worries that continue into adulthood, touching on struggles of the working class, fear of uncertainty, and internalized guilt and shame.The Burning Ship is a haunting sequence blending fears of climate crisis, global politics, and intimate betrayal. Adapted from Rabe's short story Suffocation Theory, an unnamed narrator describes the nightmare world crumbling around him. As the TV blares news of ecological collapse, shootings, and war, the man's immediate surroundings grow equally sinister, threatening to turn his concern into paranoia, and his self-preservation into violence.
The Visitation Quartet
The Visitation Quartet is comprised of four comedies by Stephen Evans, each examining the phenomenon of visitation. Ghosts, aliens, old lovers, angels, and other visitors abound in this funny thoughtful quirky collection. The Ghost Writer, filled with gems from Shakespeare's works and with a lighthearted style reminiscent of classic Broadway comedies, is a fast-paced, funny play that explores the spirit of creativity both mortal and immortal.In Monuments, an aging Ralph Waldo Emerson, voyaging down the Nile river with his daughter, struggles with memory and memories. In Tourists, audiences encounter three sets of characters on their own unique journeys: In A Visitor to your Planet, a boatman working on a beach encounters an alien life-form investigating extinction events.In Arc, ex-lovers meet a a train station after a funeral and wonder if it is too late for one more change of direction. In No Surprise, a person enters the realm of death and discovers the travel agent for the afterlife. Each of these vignettes explores a perspective on time, through which we are all only tourists.In Spooky Action at a Distance, a despondent physicist chooses a Las Vegas casino hotel room to exit this world. In the midst of the attempt, he is interrupted by an exotic dancer in an angel costume delivering a birthday surprise to wrong room. What are the odds?Taken together, the plays allows the audience to peer into the wild, mysterious, and often hilarious universe in which we reside.
And Then He Said
Go on the journey of the first few months of Trinity relocating to Georgia. Either it's a sheer of luck, new friends / new enemies or all the above that can get her to her new found Happiness.
French Tragic Drama in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries
Originally published in 1973, the history of French tragedy and tragicomedy from their origins in the sixteenth century to the last years of Louis XIV's reign is here surveyed in a single volume. Dr Brereton examines the plays as types of drama, the circumstances in which they were produced and their reception by contemporaries.
Letters From Max
An adaptation of Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo's 2018 epistolary book, Letters from Max: A Poet, a Teacher, a Friendship, this intimate, poetic play explores the relationship between Sarah and her former student, Max. With humor, lyricism and candor, the two friends share letters and poems as Max faces terminal illness and tests poetry's capacity to put to words what otherwise feels ineffable.
Bondi Betrayals
In the sun-drenched, wave-lapped world of Bondi Beach, where the sand sparkles and the locals thrive in a vibrant community, lies a footy shorts shop known for its charismatic bearish men and the tight-knit bonds they share. But when a chilling murder shatters the tranquility of this seaside paradise, the shop's affable owner, a man with a heart as big as his laugh, finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger. As he delves into the labyrinth of lies and long-buried secrets, he uncovers more than just the identity of the murderer. "Bondi Betrayals" is a gripping tale of friendship, loyalty, and the shadows that lurk beneath the surface of a seemingly idyllic community. With each twist and turn, the mystery deepens, driving towards a shocking revelation that will leave readers breathless. It's a story of how even the strongest bonds can be tested to their limits, and sometimes, the most dangerous betrayals come from the closest of allies.
The EU Killed My Dad
Winner of the 2023 Woven Voices PrizeWho do you blame? The woman, the gun, or politics? Berker travels from Britain to Turkey to meet his estranged father, but it's too late: his sister Elif informs him that their Baba has already died. A family reunion becomes an exhilarating whodunnit investigation as Berker discovers the truth about his roots, grieves for a man he will never truly know, and accidentally unravels a conspiracy that goes to the heart of global politics. Featuring British spies, Turkish soldiers, and London's kebab shops, Aaron Kilercioglu's The EU Killed My Dad is the winner of the Woven Voices Prize 2023 and an inventive, fast-paced exploration of identity, belonging, and history spanning five decades. Aaron's previous award-winning work includes the sell-out hit For a Palestinian, which has been seen at Bristol Old Vic, the Camden People's Theatre, and Underbelly. This edition was published to coincide with the world premiere at London's Jermyn Street Theatre in January 2024.
Epicoene, or The Silent Woman
Set in early 17th-century London this play is renowned for its sharp wit, intricate plot, and vibrant characters. Jonson masterfully crafts a story centered around the wealthy, old Morose, who detests noise and yearns for a quiet life, leading him to marry the seemingly silent Epicoene. However, his quest for tranquility quickly unravels in a series of comedic twists and turns, revealing the true nature of his bride and the scheming surrounding his fortune.The play stands out for its satirical take on the societal norms of the Jacobean era, particularly in its portrayal of gender dynamics and the folly of human desires. Jonson's clever use of irony, disguise, and miscommunication makes "Epicoene" a timeless piece, offering a humorous yet insightful commentary on the complexities of human relationships.Epicoene is a must-read for those who appreciate classic literature, particularly the works of Shakespeare's contemporaries, and for anyone interested in the exploration of gender and social satire in early modern drama.
The Cherry Orchard translated by Thomas G. Jewusiak
This is a translation, adaption and closely edited and annotated interpretation of Anton Chekhov's masterpiece, The Cherry Orchard."This is a brilliant adaptation of Chekhov's masterpiece. Jewusiak captures the essence of the original while adding his own insights and humor. The annotations are very helpful, thorough, and informative. A must-read for anyone who loves Chekhov or wants to discover him." Krakow"It's as if Chekhov came back, mastered English, just in order to 'set the record straight'. A daunting accomplished."Reginald Polavi
There Is Violence and There Is Righteous Violence and There Is Death Or, the Born-Again Crow
Grocery-store clerk Beth has had a hell of a week. A hell of a life, actually, full of people squashing her soul. And after pushing back at life--stabbing a steak to her boss's desk and lighting a magazine rack on fire, for instance--freshly unemployed Beth regroups at her mom's suburban home. Just when Beth starts to think she's to blame for systemic limits, the gift of a bird feeder sparks a relationship with a talking Crow who reconnects her with her true power.This sly chamber piece from new voice Caleigh Crow turns post-capitalism ennui on its head with a righteous fury. It unearths the subtle (and not so subtle) ways we gaslight the marginalized, especially Indigenous women, people living with mental-health afflictions, and anyone struggling to make ends meet in low-income service jobs. There Is Violence captures the vivacity and humour of one truly remarkable woman not meant for this earth, and brings her to her own glorious transcendence.
Greatest Comedies of Shakespeare (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)
This volume captures the best of the Shakespearean comedy universe, which is full with funny misunderstandings, deception, and disguises, with men and women switching sexual identities, and where mishaps and errors strangely lead to comical and ultimately happy outcomes. A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Merchant of Venice, The Comedy of Errors, Twelfth Night, and As You Like It? are five of Shakespeare's best comedies collected in this magnificent book. This deluxe edition is priceless, encased in a magnificent leather-bound edition with gilded edges and stunning endpapers.
Spay
Williamson, West Virginia has been aptly nicknamed "Pilliamson" as long as the Attridge sisters have called it home. In the wake of their mother's overdose, the two sisters have taken very different paths. As Harper raises Noah's child, vowing to tread new ground, Noah finds herself unable to break old cycles - until a stranger promises a way to do just that. Madison Fiedler's new drama interrogates the question of autonomy in small-town Appalachia.
