https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menaechmi-or-the-twin-brothers--7035334enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/79d72e794a05165cf06e31cf6359d1fe.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menaechmi-or-the-twin-brothers--7035334Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:09:10 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgMenaechimus was carried away as a child to Epidamnus. Years later his twin-brother arrives also in Epidamnus, where because of his resemblance to his brother, he is mistaken for him by everybody. "This play was the foundation of Shakespeare's Comedy...falseaa455482-05a3-517d-9037-da679e8a146fepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-s-the-dupe-hannah-cowley--74474748https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74474748Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:57 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusWho's the Dupe by Hannah Cowley is a captivating exploration of deception, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. This play delves into the intricacies of social interactions, showcasing how misunderstandings and mistaken identities...3720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peace-aristophanes--74427565https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74427565Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:31 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Peace-Aristophanes" is a profound exploration of the human desire for harmony and the quest for a peaceful society amidst chaos and conflict. This timeless work by Aristophanes delves into themes of unity, the absurdity of war, and the hope for a...6155falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--74363013https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74363013Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusAlcestis by Euripides presents a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. This timeless tragedy delves into the themes of devotion and the struggle against fate, highlighting the profound emotional depths...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comical-history-of-don-quixote-part-2-thomas-d-urfey--74292494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74292494Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:36 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 2" by Thomas D'Urfey offers a humorous and engaging continuation of the beloved tale of Don Quixote, exploring themes of idealism versus reality and the folly of misguided adventures. This work captures the...13179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lysistrata-aristophanes--74176974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74176974Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:40 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Lysistrata" by Aristophanes is a timeless comedic play that explores themes of gender, power, and the absurdity of war. Set against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War, it follows the clever and determined Lysistrata as she leads the women of...4675falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amphitryon-moliere--74116344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116344Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:23 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Amphitryon-Molière" is a captivating exploration of identity and the complexities of human relationships, as it delves into themes of deception and the nature of reality. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the nuances of love and...6993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preserving-mr-panmure-arthur-wing-pinero--74068715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068715Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:38 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Preserving Mr Panmure-Arthur Wing Pinero" delves into the intricate dynamics of identity and the preservation of one's essence amidst societal pressures. This exploration of character and selfhood resonates deeply in today's world, where individuals...17426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-for-love-william-congreve--74014250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74014250Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:42 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Love for Love" by William Congreve is a timeless exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of social expectations and personal ambition, the play delves into the trials and tribulations of its...14363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-a-woman-keeps-a-secret-susanna-centlivre--73958106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73958106Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Wonder! A Woman Keeps a Secret" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating exploration of love, deception, and the complexities of female agency in a patriarchal society. The play delves into the intricacies of relationships and the lengths to which women...7666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-2-the-dialogues-of-the-sea-gods-lucian-of-samosata--73899310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73899310Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:25 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusLucian's Dialogues Volume 2, The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods, showcases the wit and wisdom of Lucian of Samosata as he engages in thought-provoking conversations among mythical sea deities. This collection invites listeners to explore themes of...3051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fairy-lady-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--73786390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73786390Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:34 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Fairy Lady" by Pedro Calderón de la Barca is a captivating exploration of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. This timeless work delves into the intricacies of romance and the challenges faced by its characters, making it a...8796falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-boarders-or-the-great-jewel-mystery-josephine-van-tassel-bruorton--73750290https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73750290Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:52 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Summer Boarders; or The Great Jewel Mystery" by Josephine Van Tassel Bruorton invites listeners into a captivating tale filled with intrigue and the allure of precious gems. This story weaves together themes of mystery and the complexities of human...11178falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paolo-and-francesca-stephen-phillips--73720912https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720912Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:04 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Paolo and Francesca" by Stephen Phillips captures the timeless tale of love and tragedy, exploring the intense passion between its titular characters who are caught in a web of fate and societal constraints. This poignant narrative delves into themes...6270falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-3-the-dialogues-of-the-dead-lucian-of-samosata--73697882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73697882Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:18 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusLucian's Dialogues Volume 3, The Dialogues of the Dead, showcases the wit and philosophical musings of Lucian of Samosata as he explores the afterlife through a series of engaging conversations among the deceased. This collection invites listeners to...9810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tom-cobb-or-fortune-s-toy-w-s-gilbert--73673913https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673913Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:03:53 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Tom Cobb; or Fortune's Toy" by W. S. Gilbert offers a captivating exploration of fortune and fate through its titular character, Tom Cobb. This tale delves into the whims of luck and the unpredictable nature of life, themes that resonate deeply in...5810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captives-titus-maccius-plautus--73649011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73649011Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:35:53 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Captives" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a classic Roman comedy that delves into themes of captivity, freedom, and the complexities of human relationships. This engaging work showcases Plautus's signature wit and clever dialogue, making it a timeless...6688falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--73614274https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73614274Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:26:16 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusBacchanals-Euripides invites listeners into the world of ancient Greek drama, exploring themes of excess, divine influence, and the fine line between civilization and chaos. This powerful work delves into the human experience, revealing how the...5588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchides-or-the-twin-sisters-titus-maccius-plautus--73293570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293570Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:59:59 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Bacchides or, The Twin Sisters" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a classic comedic work that explores themes of deception, mistaken identities, and the complexities of love and relationships. Through the antics of its characters, the play delves into the...7712falsefull