https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jephtha--6883051enPerforming ArtsCopyright Culture and Heritage classicshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e42e28784e1f3d8a6d49d9e532e405a3.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jephtha--6883051Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:50:39 +0000Thomas MorellCulture and Heritage classicsspreaker26@adfreesounds.comThe Reverend Thomas Morell crafted this poignant libretto, which was masterfully set to music by George Frederick Handel and first performed at Covent Garden Theatre in London in 1752. Drawing inspiration from the Old Testament book of Judges, the...false400baf93-f1f8-5ddd-bc73-1f66e421c7deepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-021-various--74439731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74439731Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:16 +0000Thomas MorellOne-Act Play Collection 021-Various offers a curated selection of engaging one-act plays that showcase the diverse talents of various playwrights. This collection invites listeners to experience the powerful emotions and thought-provoking themes that...17542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-for-love-william-congreve--74387685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74387685Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:49 +0000Thomas Morell"Love for Love" by William Congreve is a timeless exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of societal expectations, the play delves into the themes of loyalty and the lengths one will go to...14363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-war-of-1900-simon-landis--74312835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312835Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:43 +0000Thomas Morell"Social War of 1900-Simon Landis" delves into the intricate dynamics of societal conflict during a pivotal year in history. This compelling narrative captures the essence of human struggle and resilience, making it a timeless exploration of the forces...8953falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tristan-and-iseult-arthur-symons--74211904https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74211904Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:04 +0000Thomas Morell"Tristan and Iseult" by Arthur Symons is a timeless tale of love, longing, and the complexities of desire that transcends the ages. This poignant story explores the passionate yet tragic relationship between the titular characters, whose love is both...5997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hernani-victor-hugo--74151333https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74151333Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000Thomas MorellHernani, a masterpiece by Victor Hugo, is a powerful exploration of love, honor, and the struggle for personal freedom set against the backdrop of a tumultuous society. The play delves into the complexities of human emotion and the choices that define...12687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-your-own-secret-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--74103304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74103304Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Thomas Morell"Keep Your Own Secret" by Pedro Calderón de la Barca invites listeners into a world where the intricacies of love and the burden of secrets intertwine. This timeless play explores the delicate balance between personal desires and societal...8976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-is-the-best-doctor-moliere--74055034https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74055034Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:40 +0000Thomas Morell"Love is the Best Doctor-Molière" is a timeless exploration of the healing power of love, showcasing the playwright's signature wit and insight into human relationships. This work delves into the complexities of affection and care, revealing how love...3161falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comical-history-of-don-quixote-part-2-thomas-d-urfey--74005611https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74005611Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:46 +0000Thomas Morell"Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 2" by Thomas D'Urfey continues the whimsical and satirical adventures of the iconic character, exploring themes of chivalry, delusion, and the absurdities of life. This engaging narrative offers a humorous take on...13179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rudens-or-the-fisherman-s-rope-titus-maccius-plautus--73953682https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73953682Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:27 +0000Thomas Morell"Rudens; or The Fisherman's Rope" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a captivating exploration of human relationships and the complexities of fate, set against the backdrop of the sea and the lives of fishermen. This timeless comedy delves into themes of...9268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heautontimorumenos-the-self-tormentor-terence--73898910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73898910Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:07 +0000Thomas Morell"Heautontimorumenos; the Self-Tormentor-Terence" delves into the complexities of self-inflicted suffering and the nature of human relationships. This timeless work examines themes of guilt, redemption, and the psychological turmoil that can arise from...6893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hernani-victor-hugo--73804167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73804167Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:33 +0000Thomas Morell"Hernani" by Victor Hugo is a powerful tale of love, honor, and rebellion set against the backdrop of 16th-century Spain. The story explores the intense emotions and moral dilemmas faced by its characters, reflecting the timeless struggle between...12687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/squire-arthur-wing-pinero--73767424https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73767424Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:27 +0000Thomas Morell"Squire-Arthur Wing Pinero" explores the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations through the lens of its titular character. This work delves into themes of duty, honor, and the struggle to balance personal desires with the...9344falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-and-a-bottle-george-farquhar--73734147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73734147Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:57 +0000Thomas Morell"Love and a Bottle" by George Farquhar is a captivating exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of a lively social scene, the narrative delves into the timeless themes of romance and the often...11402falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73709051https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73709051Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:08 +0000Thomas Morell"Agamemnon" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca presents a powerful exploration of themes such as fate, justice, and the complexities of human emotion. This poignant work delves into the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, inviting listeners to reflect on...4915falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-juan-or-the-feast-with-the-statue-moliere--73686582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73686582Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:05 +0000Thomas Morell"Don Juan, or The Feast with the Statue-Molière" delves into the provocative life of the legendary libertine Don Juan, exploring themes of seduction, morality, and the consequences of a life lived without restraint. This timeless work challenges...7526falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flying-dutchman-richard-wagner--73661210https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73661210Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:37:03 +0000Thomas Morell"Flying Dutchman" by Richard Wagner is a timeless exploration of themes such as redemption, love, and the struggle against fate. This opera tells the haunting tale of a cursed mariner doomed to sail the seas until he finds true love, resonating with...2942falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/busie-body-susanna-centlivre--73637497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73637497Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:59:36 +0000Thomas Morell"Busie Body" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating comedy that explores themes of intrigue, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. The play centers on the humorous chaos that ensues when a meddlesome character attempts to orchestrate...10596falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/town-before-you-hannah-cowley--73595256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73595256Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:33:32 +0000Thomas Morell"Town Before You" by Hannah Cowley invites listeners into a richly woven narrative that explores themes of community and connection. This work resonates with timeless questions about belonging and the human experience, making it a compelling listen...11984falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-015-various--73557947https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73557947Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:01:45 +0000Thomas MorellDiscover the compelling narratives within "One-Act Play Collection 015-Various," a rich anthology that showcases the diverse voices and themes found in one-act plays. This collection invites listeners to experience the power of brevity in...22986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freaks-an-idyll-of-suburbia-arthur-wing-pinero--73521160https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73521160Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:06:19 +0000Thomas Morell"Freaks: An Idyll of Suburbia" by Arthur Wing Pinero delves into the lives of those who exist on the fringes of society, highlighting the complexities of human nature and the quest for acceptance. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to...13724falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-part-3--70103703https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70103703Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:23:29 +0000Thomas MorellThe Reverend Thomas Morell crafted this poignant libretto, which was masterfully set to music by George Frederick Handel and first performed at Covent Garden Theatre in London in 1752. Drawing inspiration from the Old Testament book of Judges, the...350drama,family,handel,israelite,jephtha,music,oath,religion,sacrifice,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-part-2--70103702https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70103702Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:23:28 +0000Thomas MorellThe Reverend Thomas Morell crafted this poignant libretto, which was masterfully set to music by George Frederick Handel and first performed at Covent Garden Theatre in London in 1752. Drawing inspiration from the Old Testament book of Judges, the...607drama,family,handel,israelite,jephtha,music,oath,religion,sacrifice,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-part-1--70103701https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70103701Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:23:27 +0000Thomas MorellThe Reverend Thomas Morell crafted this poignant libretto, which was masterfully set to music by George Frederick Handel and first performed at Covent Garden Theatre in London in 1752. Drawing inspiration from the Old Testament book of Judges, the...548drama,family,handel,israelite,jephtha,music,oath,religion,sacrifice,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-introduction-and-dramatis-personae--70103700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70103700Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:23:25 +0000Thomas MorellThe Reverend Thomas Morell crafted this poignant libretto, which was masterfully set to music by George Frederick Handel and first performed at Covent Garden Theatre in London in 1752. Drawing inspiration from the Old Testament book of Judges, the...99drama,family,handel,israelite,jephtha,music,oath,religion,sacrifice,tragedyfalsefull