https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-plays-from-dickens--6887362enPerforming ArtsCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/bc9c9ba24f9fe097a22ed1c99b2f29a6.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-plays-from-dickens--6887362Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:27:27 +0000Horace Baker Browne19th and 20th Century Fictionspreaker28@adfreesounds.comDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...falseff03a102-74c8-5943-9e93-cf049ccdc275episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/benefit-of-the-doubt-arthur-wing-pinero--74446292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446292Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:43 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Benefit of the Doubt" by Arthur Wing Pinero explores the complexities of trust and the human condition, inviting listeners to reflect on the nuances of belief and skepticism. This play delves into the delicate balance between faith in others and the...13563falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sir-thomas-more-anthony-munday--74398526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74398526Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:19 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Sir Thomas More-Anthony Munday" presents a compelling exploration of the life and legacy of Sir Thomas More, a figure emblematic of integrity and moral conviction in the face of political turmoil. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on themes...8776falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-beauty-version-3-dramatic-reading-anna-sewell--74321930https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74321930Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:08 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Black Beauty" by Anna Sewell is a poignant and timeless tale told from the perspective of a horse, exploring themes of kindness, cruelty, and the importance of compassion in the treatment of animals. This dramatic reading brings to life the emotional...19576falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-021-various--74274869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74274869Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:21 +0000Horace Baker BrowneOne-Act Play Collection 021-Various invites listeners to experience a diverse array of short theatrical works, showcasing the creativity and talent of various playwrights. This collection highlights the enduring power of storytelling through concise...17542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/impostures-of-scapin-moliere--74160746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74160746Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:54 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Impostures of Scapin" by Molière is a comedic exploration of deception and cleverness, showcasing the antics of the cunning servant Scapin as he navigates the complexities of his master's schemes. This timeless play delves into themes of trickery and...6583falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-brings-home-a-wife-dramatic-reading-steele-rudd--74109207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74109207Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:50 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDave Brings Home A Wife is a captivating dramatic reading by Steele Rudd that explores the humorous and poignant dynamics of relationships and family life. As Dave navigates the complexities of bringing a new wife into his home, the story delves into...5968falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/school-for-wives-moliere--74063753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74063753Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:25 +0000Horace Baker Browne"School for Wives" by Molière is a sharp and witty exploration of marriage and the dynamics of gender roles in 17th-century France. The play delves into the complexities of love, education, and the expectations placed upon women, making it a timeless...6740falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-katy-did-at-school-version-2-dramatic-reading-susan-coolidge--74013377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74013377Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:29 +0000Horace Baker Browne"What Katy Did at School" by Susan Coolidge is a charming tale that captures the experiences of a young girl navigating her education and friendships. Through its dramatic reading, listeners will be drawn into Katy's world, where themes of resilience,...18999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trelawny-of-the-wells-arthur-wing-pinero--73961348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73961348Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:04 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Trelawny of the Wells" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a captivating exploration of the theatrical world, capturing the tensions between art and reality. Set against the backdrop of a Victorian theater, the play delves into the lives of its characters as...12423falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/she-stoops-to-conquer-oliver-goldsmith--73907548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73907548Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:43 +0000Horace Baker BrowneShe Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith is a classic comedy that explores themes of mistaken identity, social class, and the complexities of romantic relationships. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century England, the play cleverly intertwines...8600falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-characters-in-search-of-an-author-luigi-pirandello--73812259https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73812259Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:00 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Six Characters in Search of an Author" by Luigi Pirandello delves into the complex relationship between reality and fiction, exploring the struggles of six characters who seek an author to give meaning to their unfinished lives. This groundbreaking...7741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-girl-version-2-dramatic-reading-lucy-maud-montgomery--73774999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73774999Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:06 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Story Girl (Version 2 Dramatic Reading)" by Lucy Maud Montgomery captures the enchanting tales of a young girl's adventures and her vivid imagination in a small community. This dramatic reading brings to life the timeless themes of friendship,...33771falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/impostures-of-scapin-moliere--73740596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73740596Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:18 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Impostures of Scapin" by Molière is a brilliant comedic exploration of deception and cleverness within the realm of love and family dynamics. This timeless play showcases the antics of a cunning servant who navigates the complexities of his...6583falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mind-the-paint-girl-arthur-wing-pinero--73714398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73714398Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:39 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Mind The Paint Girl" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of the complexities of love and ambition, set against the backdrop of the theatrical world. The story delves into the aspirations of its characters, highlighting the struggles...15657falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/every-man-out-of-his-humour-ben-jonson--73692489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73692489Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:47 +0000Horace Baker BrowneEvery Man Out of His Humour by Ben Jonson is a sharp and witty exploration of human folly and social pretensions, showcasing the playwright's keen observational skills and mastery of satire. This enduring work delves into the complexities of human...16728falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-reading-scene-and-story-collection-volume-002-various--73666292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73666292Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:31:31 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 002-Various" offers a captivating anthology of dramatic readings that showcase the timeless art of storytelling. This collection features a variety of scenes and stories that invite listeners to...22747falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-009-various--73643092https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73643092Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:04:03 +0000Horace Baker BrowneOne-Act Play Collection 009-Various presents a captivating array of short plays that showcase the richness of theatrical storytelling. This collection invites listeners to experience the timeless themes of human emotion, social commentary, and the...15147falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-king-lear-nahum-tate--73603734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73603734Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:10:22 +0000Horace Baker Browne"History of King Lear" by Nahum Tate reimagines Shakespeare's classic tale, presenting a narrative that delves into themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of familial relationships. This adaptation is notable for its exploration of human...9531falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-and-death-of-tom-thumb-the-great-henry-fielding--73566708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73566708Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:20:57 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great" by Henry Fielding is a captivating exploration of the life of the diminutive hero, Tom Thumb, whose adventures highlight the interplay of fate, ambition, and the human condition. This satirical work delves into...4797falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-and-the-goblin-dramatic-reading-george-macdonald--73528515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73528515Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:07:49 +0000Horace Baker Browne"Princess and the Goblin" by George MacDonald is a timeless tale that intertwines the adventures of a young princess and her encounters with mysterious goblins. This dramatic reading brings to life the enchanting themes of bravery, faith, and the...18306falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-at-jenny-wren-s-from-our-mutual-friend--70192456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192456Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:55 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...817adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-mr-venus-s-shop-from-our-mutual-friend--70192454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192454Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:54 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...971adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-silas-wegg-s-stall-from-our-mutual-friend--70192453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192453Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:52 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...939adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-mr-george-s-shooting-gallery-from-bleak-house--70192452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192452Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:51 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1673adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-mrs-snagsby-s-guests-from-bleak-house--70192451https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192451Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:50 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...472adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-mr-guppy-s-proposal-from-bleak-house--70192450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192450Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:49 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...534adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-mr-micawber-s-prospects-from-david-copperfield--70192449https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192449Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:48 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1281adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-betsy-trotwood-at-home-from-david-copperfield--70192448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192448Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:46 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...2126adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-the-friendly-waiter-from-david-copperfield--70192447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192447Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:45 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...598adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-a-division-between-friends-from-martin-chuzzlewit--70192446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192446Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:44 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1275adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-an-unexpected-meeting-from-martin-chuzzlewit--70192445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192445Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:43 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...658adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-mr-pecksniff-s-pleasant-family-party-from-martin-chuzzlewit--70192444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192444Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:42 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1257adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-the-great-protestant-association-from-barnaby-rudge--70192443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192443Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:40 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1524adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-the-stranger-s-visit-from-barnaby-rudge--70192441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192441Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:39 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1030adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-hatching-a-conspiracy-from-barnaby-rudge--70192440https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192440Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:38 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...592adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-stormy-scenes-in-the-varden-household-from-barnaby-rudge--70192439https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192439Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:37 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1838adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-the-gentleman-next-door-from-nicholas-nickleby--70192438https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192438Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:35 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1389adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-miss-squeers-tea-party-from-nicholas-nickleby--70192437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192437Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:34 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1108adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-horatio-sparkins-from-sketches-by-boz--70192436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192436Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:33 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1671adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-mrs-tibbs-boarding-house-from-sketches-by-boz--70192435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192435Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:31 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...1479adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-introduction--70192434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70192434Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:18:30 +0000Horace Baker BrowneDiscover the charm of Charles Dickens storytelling through this captivating collection of 20 short plays, inspired by beloved novels like Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. These adaptations are perfect for...502adaptation,characters,classics,comedy,dickens,drama,literature,performance,plays,theatrefalsefull