https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tragedy-of-king-lear-version-3--6889924 Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>enPerforming ArtsCopyright Short Storieshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/27fe660e54158bf6108b7f34b4ab8341.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tragedy-of-king-lear-version-3--6889924Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:27:03 +0000William ShakespeareShort Storiesspreaker29@adfreesounds.comKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among... Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>falseadbdf365-f00a-5c98-9ab3-58473020679aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-noble-kinsmen-john-fletcher-william-shakespeare--75035137https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75035137Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:02:52 +0000William Shakespeare"Two Noble Kinsmen," a collaboration between John Fletcher and William Shakespeare, explores the complex themes of friendship, love, and rivalry through the intertwined fates of two noble cousins. Their bond is tested by their shared affection for the...9997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/second-part-of-king-henry-iv-version-2-william-shakespeare--74449500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74449500Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:57 +0000William ShakespeareThe "Second Part of King Henry IV" by William Shakespeare continues the exploration of themes such as honor, leadership, and the complexities of father-son relationships. This play delves into the political and personal struggles of King Henry IV as...12046falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-king-richard-ii-version-2-william-shakespeare--74404076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74404076Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:38 +0000William ShakespeareThe "Tragedy of King Richard II" by William Shakespeare delves into the themes of power, legitimacy, and the consequences of political ambition. This poignant play explores the downfall of a monarch who grapples with the fragility of his reign and the...10492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/witch-of-edmonton-thomas-dekker-john-ford-william-rowley--74326571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74326571Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:22 +0000William Shakespeare"Witch of Edmonton" is a compelling collaboration between Thomas Dekker, John Ford, and William Rowley that delves into themes of witchcraft, morality, and societal judgment. Set against the backdrop of a community grappling with fear and...8671falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-leir-and-his-three-daughters-anonymous--74278309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74278309Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000William Shakespeare"King Leir and His Three Daughters" is a timeless tale of familial conflict and the consequences of pride and betrayal. This anonymous work explores the complex dynamics between a father and his daughters, highlighting themes of loyalty, love, and the...13483falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-s-well-that-ends-well-william-shakespeare--74165588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74165588Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:24 +0000William ShakespeareAll's Well That Ends Well is one of William Shakespeare's captivating plays that delves into themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of human relationships. The story explores the challenges faced by its characters as they navigate the...10323falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cenci-percy-bysshe-shelley--74112158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74112158Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:01 +0000William ShakespeareCenci-Percy Bysshe Shelley is a powerful exploration of themes such as tyranny, familial conflict, and the quest for justice. This dramatic work delves into the dark corners of human emotion and the struggle against oppressive forces, resonating with...9949falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andromache-euripides--74067753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74067753Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:32 +0000William ShakespeareAndromache, a powerful work by Euripides, delves into themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human emotions in the aftermath of war. This poignant tragedy explores the struggles of a woman caught in the turmoil of her husband's legacy and the...5689falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timon-of-athens-william-shakespeare--74017271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74017271Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:42 +0000William ShakespeareTimon of Athens is a poignant exploration of wealth, friendship, and betrayal, showcasing the tragic downfall of a man who experiences the capricious nature of fortune. As Timon’s generosity is met with ingratitude, the play delves into themes of...8619falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brand-henrik-ibsen--73965317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73965317Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:14 +0000William Shakespeare"Brand" by Henrik Ibsen is a powerful exploration of faith, moral integrity, and the struggle between personal conviction and societal expectations. The protagonist, Brand, embarks on a relentless quest for truth and self-realization, challenging the...17877falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/running-water-a-e-w-mason--73912354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73912354Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:52 +0000William Shakespeare"Running Water" by A. E. W. Mason invites listeners into a world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur. This compelling narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the quest for truth, making it a timeless tale that resonates...31073falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-garcia-of-navarre-or-the-jealous-prince-moliere--73816462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73816462Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:17 +0000William ShakespeareDon Garcia of Navarre, or the Jealous Prince-Molière is a captivating exploration of jealousy and ambition, showcasing the intricate dynamics of love and power. As the title suggests, the narrative delves into the tumultuous emotions that arise when...6687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volpone-or-the-fox-ben-jonson--73778966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73778966Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:22 +0000William Shakespeare"Volpone, or, The Fox" by Ben Jonson is a sharp and satirical exploration of greed, deception, and the folly of human ambition. Set in Renaissance Venice, it follows the cunning Volpone, who feigns illness to manipulate those around him into vying for...11934falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gamester-edward-moore--73743997https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73743997Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:28 +0000William ShakespeareGamester by Edward Moore is a compelling exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of one's choices. The narrative captures the struggles of individuals as they navigate the treacherous waters...9538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-018-various--73716641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73716641Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:51 +0000William ShakespeareOne-Act Play Collection 018-Various presents a captivating assortment of one-act plays that showcase the diversity and richness of theatrical storytelling. This collection invites listeners to explore a range of themes, from human emotions to societal...24080falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/second-mrs-tanqueray-arthur-wing-pinero--73694559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73694559Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:09 +0000William Shakespeare"Second Mrs. Tanqueray" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of societal expectations, personal sacrifice, and the complexities of love and redemption. The story delves into the life of a woman grappling with her past and the judgments of...10470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73669998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73669998Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:05:56 +0000William Shakespeare"Oedipus-Lucius Annaeus Seneca" presents a powerful exploration of fate, identity, and the human condition through the lens of tragedy. This timeless work delves into the complexities of destiny and moral responsibility, inviting listeners to reflect...5513falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merchant-of-venice-version-2-william-shakespeare--73645662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73645662Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:39:55 +0000William Shakespeare"Merchant of Venice" by William Shakespeare explores themes of mercy, justice, and the complexities of human relationships through the lens of a gripping legal battle and the intricate dynamics of love and loyalty. The play delves into the tension...9358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pericles-prince-of-tyre-william-shakespeare--73607854https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73607854Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:57:17 +0000William Shakespeare"Pericles, Prince of Tyre" is a captivating tale by William Shakespeare that explores themes of loss, redemption, and the enduring power of hope. The story follows Pericles as he navigates a series of trials and tribulations, ultimately leading him on...8626falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oroonoko-thomas-southerne--73571017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73571017Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:07:57 +0000William Shakespeare"Oroonoko" by Thomas Southerne is a poignant tale that explores themes of love, honor, and the tragic consequences of colonialism through the story of a noble African prince. As Oroonoko navigates the treacherous waters of betrayal and enslavement,...10029falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adelgitha-or-the-fruits-of-a-single-error-matthew-lewis--73532276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73532276Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:37:55 +0000William ShakespeareAdelgitha; or, The Fruits of a Single Error by Matthew Lewis explores the profound consequences of a single misjudgment, delving into themes of regret and the far-reaching impact of our choices. This haunting tale examines how one error can alter the...7358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-act-v--70240673Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240673Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:54:35 +0000William ShakespeareKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among...Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>1774betrayal,despair,drama,family,legacy,madness,performance,power,shakespeare,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-act-iv--70240672Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240672Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:54:33 +0000William ShakespeareKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among...Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>2872betrayal,despair,drama,family,legacy,madness,performance,power,shakespeare,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-act-iii--70240670Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240670Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:54:31 +0000William ShakespeareKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among...Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>2697betrayal,despair,drama,family,legacy,madness,performance,power,shakespeare,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-act-ii--70240669Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240669Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:54:29 +0000William ShakespeareKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among...Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>2397betrayal,despair,drama,family,legacy,madness,performance,power,shakespeare,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-act-i--70240668Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240668Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:54:27 +0000William ShakespeareKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among...Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>3500betrayal,despair,drama,family,legacy,madness,performance,power,shakespeare,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-dramatis-personae--70240667Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240667Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:54:25 +0000William ShakespeareKnown for its profound emotion and startling brutality, The Tragedy of King Lear is celebrated as one of Shakespeares greatest masterpieces. This gripping tale follows the aging King Lear, a British monarch who foolishly divides his vast kingdom among...Cast list Brad “Hamlet” Filippone Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger. Tomas Peter Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer. Sonia Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer. Craig Franklin King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald.]]>167betrayal,despair,drama,family,legacy,madness,performance,power,shakespeare,tragedyfalsefull