https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ivanov--7035351enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ac946145fc64f0cd9445d47da78bc2fd.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ivanov--7035351Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:57:13 +0000Anton ChekhovComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgNicolai (anglicised Nicholas in this translation) Ivanov, a middle-aged public servant, is unhappy. His wife Anna, disinherited by her family after converting from Judaism, is dying of tuberculosis. He is deeply in debt. And his best friend’s daughter...false322f67dc-f67e-5d08-a6c0-8d9fcf5e7b24episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-gabriel-borkman-henrik-ibsen--74474520https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74474520Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:09 +0000Anton Chekhov"John Gabriel Borkman" by Henrik Ibsen delves into the themes of ambition, failure, and the human condition through the story of a once-prominent banker whose life unravels due to his relentless pursuit of success. As Borkman grapples with his past...8456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cherry-orchard-anton-chekhov--74427344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74427344Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000Anton Chekhov"Cherry Orchard" by Anton Chekhov is a poignant exploration of change, loss, and the passage of time, centered around an aristocratic family facing the impending sale of their beloved estate. This timeless play captures the struggle between nostalgia...7287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-s-tale-william-shakespeare--74362666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74362666Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Anton Chekhov"Winter's Tale" by William Shakespeare is a timeless exploration of jealousy, redemption, and the enduring power of love. The narrative unfolds with themes of loss and the possibility of renewal, reminding listeners of the complexities of human...10538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74292167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74292167Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:34 +0000Anton Chekhov"Libation-Bearers," part of Aeschylus's famed Oresteia trilogy, delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and familial duty as it follows the aftermath of King Agamemnon's murder. This powerful play captures the intense emotions and moral dilemmas...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/henry-viii-william-shakespeare--74176580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74176580Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Anton Chekhov"Henry VIII" by William Shakespeare is a compelling exploration of power, love, and betrayal set against the backdrop of the tumultuous reign of King Henry VIII. This play delves into the complexities of political intrigue and personal relationships,...10579falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-sophocles--74116137https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116137Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:19 +0000Anton Chekhov"Electra-Sophocles" delves into the timeless themes of revenge, fate, and the complexities of familial bonds. This powerful narrative explores the emotional turmoil of its characters as they navigate the consequences of their choices, making it a...5082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/edward-ii-christopher-marlowe--74068316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068316Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Anton Chekhov"Edward II" by Christopher Marlowe explores the tumultuous reign of King Edward II, marked by his struggles with power, loyalty, and personal relationships. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the quest for identity,...10437falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inspector-general-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol--74013908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74013908Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:38 +0000Anton Chekhov"Inspector-General" by Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol is a sharp and satirical exploration of bureaucracy and human folly. Set in a small Russian town, the story unfolds as officials mistakenly believe that an incognito inspector is visiting to evaluate...12612falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--73957808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73957808Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000Anton Chekhov"Alcestis" by Euripides is a poignant exploration of love and sacrifice, centering on the themes of duty and the human condition. The story delves into the profound bond between a husband and wife, highlighting the lengths one will go to for love and...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-s-prize-or-the-tamer-tamed-john-fletcher--73898922https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73898922Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:22 +0000Anton Chekhov"Woman's Prize, or the Tamer Tamed" by John Fletcher is a compelling exploration of gender dynamics and power struggles within relationships. The narrative delves into themes of taming and defiance, highlighting the complexities of love and authority...9251falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-plays-for-the-grammar-grades-mary-ella-lyng--73786061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73786061Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:34 +0000Anton Chekhov"History Plays for the Grammar Grades" by Mary Ella Lyng is a captivating collection designed to engage young learners with the rich tapestry of history through the medium of drama. This audiobook presents an innovative approach to education, allowing...5486falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amazons-a-farcical-romance-arthur-wing-pinero--73749998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73749998Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:40 +0000Anton ChekhovAmazons: A Farcical Romance by Arthur Wing Pinero is a witty exploration of gender roles and societal expectations, showcasing the humorous dynamics between men and women in a comedic setting. This play cleverly satirizes the conventions of its time,...9608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shoemaker-s-holiday-thomas-dekker--73720658https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720658Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:04 +0000Anton Chekhov"Shoemaker's Holiday" by Thomas Dekker is a captivating exploration of love, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness set against the backdrop of the shoemaking trade. This timeless play delves into the lives of its characters as they navigate the...8300falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--73697690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73697690Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:15 +0000Anton Chekhov"Alcestis" by Euripides explores profound themes of love, sacrifice, and the human condition through the lens of a tragic myth. The story delves into the depths of devotion as Alcestis willingly offers her life for her husband, highlighting the...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus-christopher-marlowe--73673698https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673698Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:56:38 +0000Anton ChekhovThe "Tragical History of Doctor Faustus" by Christopher Marlowe delves into the story of a man who makes a pact with the devil, trading his soul for knowledge and power. This timeless tale explores profound themes of ambition, desire, and the...5952falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pollyanna-the-glad-girl-a-four-act-comedy-catherine-chisholm-cushing--73648811https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73648811Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:28:14 +0000Anton ChekhovPollyanna, the Glad Girl is a delightful four-act comedy by Catherine Chisholm Cushing that captures the essence of optimism and the transformative power of a positive outlook. The story revolves around Pollyanna, whose unwavering cheerfulness and...14056falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-016-various--73613919https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73613919Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:18:04 +0000Anton Chekhov"One-Act Play Collection 016-Various" offers a curated selection of compelling one-act plays that showcase the power of brevity in storytelling. Each piece captures the essence of human experience, exploring themes of conflict, emotion, and the...23017falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-noble-kinsmen-john-fletcher-william-shakespeare--73293374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293374Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:51:26 +0000Anton Chekhov"Two Noble Kinsmen" is a collaboration between John Fletcher and William Shakespeare that explores the complexities of friendship, love, and rivalry. Set against a backdrop of noble conflict, the story delves into the deep bonds between two cousins as...9997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ivanov-anton-chekhov--72020920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72020920Fri, 15 May 2026 14:35:09 +0000Anton ChekhovNicolai (anglicised Nicholas in this translation) Ivanov, a middle-aged public servant, is unhappy. His wife Anna, disinherited by her family after converting from Judaism, is dying of tuberculosis. He is deeply in debt. And his best friend’s daughter...9084chekhov,comedy,guest,ivanov,niedermaierkosich,pagegeorge,pirieavdotia,pugpaul,shabelski,thompsonzinaidafalsefull