https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stichus-or-the-parasite-rebuffed--7035335enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8a066a0d2a581f81a844da8ece65bc85.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stichus-or-the-parasite-rebuffed--7035335Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:59 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.org"Antipho, a wealthy and jovial old gentleman of Athens, has two daughters, Pilumena and Pamphila. They are married to two brothers, Epignomus and Pamphilus, who, having run through their property in the company of idlers and Parasites, have, with the...false05b922ce-fd46-528d-81ad-462cb7c19e67episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--74476255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74476255Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Alcestis" by Euripides is a profound exploration of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. The play centers around Alcestis, who willingly offers her life for her husband, Admetus, showcasing the depths of devotion and the...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blunderer-or-the-counterplots-moliere--74428216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74428216Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:32 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Blunderer, or The Counterplots-Molière" offers a clever exploration of deception and the intricate dance of human relationships. This engaging work showcases the timeless themes of manipulation and the consequences of misjudgment, reflecting the...8998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/times-arthur-wing-pinero--74363913https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74363913Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:14 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Times-Arthur Wing Pinero" showcases the enduring themes of social dynamics and personal integrity through the lens of human relationships. This work examines the complexities of societal expectations and the consequences of one's choices, making it a...12264falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-your-own-secret-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--74293172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74293172Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:50 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Keep Your Own Secret" by Pedro Calderón de la Barca delves into the complexities of love, honor, and the intricacies of human relationships. This timeless work explores the delicate balance between personal desires and societal expectations, making...8976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/his-house-in-order-arthur-wing-pinero--74177921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74177921Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"His House in Order" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of domestic life, duty, and the intricate dynamics of relationships. This play delves into the complexities of maintaining order within the home while confronting personal desires...14098falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brewster-s-millions-byron-ongley-winchell-smith--74116900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116900Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusBrewster's Millions, co-authored by Byron Ongley and Winchell Smith, presents a humorous and thought-provoking exploration of wealth and its implications. The story revolves around the titular character, Brewster, who is faced with a unique challenge:...11741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--74069484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74069484Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:31 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusBacchanals-Euripides explores the themes of revelry, divine influence, and the complexities of human nature through the lens of ancient Greek drama. This work captures the essence of human desire and the consequences of unchecked passion, making it a...5588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-020-various--74015117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74015117Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusOne-Act Play Collection 020-Various offers a diverse selection of engaging one-act plays, showcasing the creativity and talent of various playwrights. This collection invites listeners to explore the intricacies of human relationships, societal norms,...20475falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/berenice-jean-racine--73958891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73958891Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:53 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusBerenice-Jean Racine is a poignant exploration of the complexities of love and desire, showcasing the timeless struggles of the human heart. This work delves into themes of passion and rejection, capturing the essence of emotional turmoil that...6143falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wife-without-a-smile-arthur-wing-pinero--73900190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73900190Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:26 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Wife Without A Smile" by Arthur Wing Pinero explores the complexities of marital relationships and the emotional landscapes that accompany them. This poignant work delves into the themes of love, discontent, and the pursuit of happiness within the...11451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freaks-an-idyll-of-suburbia-arthur-wing-pinero--73787235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73787235Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:37 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusFreaks: An Idyll of Suburbia by Arthur Wing Pinero explores the complexities of suburban life, delving into the peculiarities and eccentricities that define its inhabitants. This work captures the essence of societal norms and the often-hidden...13724falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/follies-of-a-day-or-the-marriage-of-figaro-figaro-trilogy-2-english-pierre-beaumarchais--73751046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73751046Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000Titus Maccius PlautusFollies of a Day; OR, The Marriage of Figaro is a captivating exploration of love, class, and the complexities of human relationships, set against the backdrop of social intrigue and wit. Pierre Beaumarchais masterfully weaves together humor and sharp...11230falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-stone-joseph-comyns-carr-arthur-wing-pinero--73721537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73721537Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:18 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Beauty Stone" by Joseph Comyns Carr and Arthur Wing Pinero delves into the complexities of beauty and societal expectations, exploring how these themes shape human relationships and self-perception. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on...10544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heautontimorumenos-the-self-tormentor-terence--73698328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73698328Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:26 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Heautontimorumenos; the Self-Tormentor" by Terence explores the complexities of self-inflicted suffering and the human condition through its engaging narrative. The play delves into themes of introspection, responsibility, and the consequences of...6893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seven-against-thebes-aeschylus--73674514https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73674514Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:21:29 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Seven Against Thebes" by Aeschylus delves into the themes of fate, familial loyalty, and the consequences of war as it recounts the tragic clash between the sons of Oedipus over the throne of Thebes. This powerful play explores the depths of human...4205falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/times-arthur-wing-pinero--73649462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73649462Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:52:51 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Times-Arthur Wing Pinero" delves into the intricacies of human relationships and societal expectations, exploring themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of one's choices. This work remains relevant today as it reflects the timeless...12264falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-garcia-of-navarre-or-the-jealous-prince-moliere--73615284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73615284Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:49:33 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Don Garcia of Navarre, or the Jealous Prince-Molière" delves into the themes of jealousy and the complexities of love, showcasing the trials faced by its characters as they navigate the treacherous waters of desire and rivalry. This timeless tale...6687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pseudolus-or-the-cheat-titus-maccius-plautus--73294006https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73294006Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:21:43 +0000Titus Maccius Plautus"Pseudolus or, The Cheat" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a timeless exploration of cunning and deception in the pursuit of love and freedom. The play centers around themes of trickery and the cleverness of the underdog, showcasing how wit can triumph...7951falsefull