https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rada-a-belgian-christmas-eve--6883075enFictionCopyright Culture and Heritage classicshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/85498102b7e028c5782dff98cae1c9c6.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rada-a-belgian-christmas-eve--6883075Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:15 +0000Alfred NoyesCulture and Heritage classicsspreaker26@adfreesounds.comPrepare for a thought-provoking experience rather than a traditional holiday tale. Rada; A Belgian Christmas Eve is a poignant one-act antiwar play by the English poet Alfred Noyes, written in 1915 amidst the turmoil of World War I. With elements of...false2120d8af-670b-5f1d-a725-3061f94aaa80episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-songs-ella-wheeler-wilcox--74440187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74440187Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:16 +0000Alfred NoyesExperience the timeless beauty of "Holiday Songs" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, a collection that captures the essence of the festive spirit through evocative poetry. Wilcox’s verses resonate with themes of joy, love, and reflection, making them a perfect...3140falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dryden-vs-shadwell-a-poetic-duel-john-dryden-thomas-shadwell--74388422https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74388422Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:51 +0000Alfred Noyes"Dryden vs Shadwell" presents a captivating poetic duel between two prominent figures of English literature, John Dryden and Thomas Shadwell. 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This anthology captures the essence of human experience,...15366falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/romance-of-the-commonplace-frank-gelett-burgess--74055645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74055645Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:50 +0000Alfred Noyes"Romance Of The Commonplace" by Frank Gelett Burgess invites listeners to explore the beauty and charm found in everyday life. Through his unique lens, Burgess elevates the ordinary, revealing the extraordinary moments that often go unnoticed. This...17302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/canadians-of-old-philippe-aubert-de-gaspe--74006136https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74006136Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:53 +0000Alfred Noyes"Canadians of Old" by Philippe Aubert de Gaspé offers a rich exploration of early Canadian life and culture, capturing the essence of a time when the nation was still finding its identity. This audiobook invites listeners to delve into the historical...34201falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manfred-version-2-george-gordon-lord-byron--73954256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73954256Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Alfred Noyes"Manfred" by George Gordon, Lord Byron is a profound exploration of guilt, redemption, and the human condition, encapsulated in the tormented psyche of its titular character. This dramatic poem delves into themes of existential despair and the quest...5817falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/athaliah-jean-racine--73899558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73899558Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:28 +0000Alfred NoyesAthaliah by Jean Racine is a powerful tragedy that delves into themes of power, betrayal, and faith. 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This collection, featuring various authors,...35111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-aeschylus--73734730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73734730Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:55 +0000Alfred Noyes"Prometheus Bound" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of defiance and suffering, centering on the Titan Prometheus who is punished for bringing fire to humanity. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of rebellion against tyranny, the quest for...5217falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havelok-the-dane-a-legend-of-old-grimsby-and-lincoln-charles-watts-whistler--73709489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73709489Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:09 +0000Alfred NoyesHavelok the Dane is a captivating tale that transports listeners to the legendary realms of Old Grimsby and Lincoln, intertwining themes of bravery, loyalty, and the quest for identity. This enduring story explores the trials of a noble hero who must...32165falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-king-lear-nahum-tate--73687042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73687042Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:13 +0000Alfred Noyes"History of King Lear-Nahum Tate" explores the enduring themes of power, betrayal, and redemption that resonate through the ages. Tate's adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tale offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of familial relationships...9531falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-goethe-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe--73661607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73661607Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:49:43 +0000Alfred Noyes"Iphigenia in Tauris" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a profound exploration of themes such as sacrifice, redemption, and the struggle for identity. Set against the backdrop of ancient myth, the story delves into the complexities of human emotion and...8703falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bernice-susan-glaspell--73637970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73637970Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:16:09 +0000Alfred Noyes"Bernice-Susan Glaspell" invites listeners into the rich tapestry of the author's exploration of human experiences and emotions. Glaspell's work resonates with timeless themes of identity, community, and the complexity of personal relationships,...5919falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-miscellany-2023-various--73595827https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73595827Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:49:28 +0000Alfred Noyes"Christmas Miscellany 2023-Various" invites listeners to explore a rich tapestry of festive tales and traditions that capture the spirit of the season. This collection brings together a variety of narratives that celebrate the warmth, joy, and magic...14352falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-christie-eugene-o-neill--73558581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73558581Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:16:01 +0000Alfred Noyes"Anna Christie" by Eugene O'Neill is a powerful exploration of redemption and the complexities of human relationships. The story centers on Anna, a woman seeking to reconnect with her estranged father after a tumultuous past. O'Neill's poignant...8470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-of-joy-a-little-book-of-healing-mary-webb--73521691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73521691Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:19:14 +0000Alfred Noyes"Spring of Joy: A Little Book of Healing" by Mary Webb offers a poignant exploration of the themes of renewal and healing, inviting listeners to embrace the beauty of life and the transformative power of joy. Webb’s lyrical prose captures the essence...10839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-2-part-2-the-play-and-intercession--70103923https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70103923Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:30:58 +0000Alfred NoyesPrepare for a thought-provoking experience rather than a traditional holiday tale. Rada; A Belgian Christmas Eve is a poignant one-act antiwar play by the English poet Alfred Noyes, written in 1915 amidst the turmoil of World War I. With elements of...3051antiwar,christmas,drama,history,humanity,peace,performance,poetry,reflection,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-1-part-1-dedication-prelude-and-cast-of-characters--70103921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70103921Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:30:53 +0000Alfred NoyesPrepare for a thought-provoking experience rather than a traditional holiday tale. Rada; A Belgian Christmas Eve is a poignant one-act antiwar play by the English poet Alfred Noyes, written in 1915 amidst the turmoil of World War I. With elements of...368antiwar,christmas,drama,history,humanity,peace,performance,poetry,reflection,warfalsefull