https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/katherine-and-petruchio--7035390enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/773a7c8a4b6f782fe24b3947bd09cf02.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/katherine-and-petruchio--7035390Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:55:26 +0000David GarrickComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgThis script is renowned 18th century actor/director David Garrick’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew.” Garrick greatly abbreviated the Bard’s classic comedy, deleting most of the scenes dealing with Bianca and her suitors, and...falsec8fbd64e-d887-5c4d-b9c4-4f98b76460e4episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marplot-in-lisbon-or-the-second-part-of-the-busy-body-susanna-centlivre--74474548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74474548Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:59 +0000David Garrick"Marplot in Lisbon; Or The Second Part of The Busy Body" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating exploration of mischief and misunderstanding, following the antics of a character who complicates the lives of those around him. This play delves into...8866falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-bachelor-william-congreve--74427375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74427375Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:44 +0000David GarrickOld Bachelor by William Congreve is a sharp and witty exploration of love, courtship, and the complexities of human relationships. This timeless comedy delves into the intricacies of romantic entanglements, revealing the often humorous and...11016falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-pastorals-an-heroic-and-a-comic-moliere--74362708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74362708Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:10 +0000David Garrick"Two Pastorals an Heroic and a Comic-Molière" presents a fascinating exploration of contrasting themes through the lens of pastoral and comedic storytelling. This collection captures the essence of human experience, blending the serious and the...3239falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-for-love-william-congreve--74292209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74292209Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:45 +0000David Garrick"Love for Love" by William Congreve is a timeless exploration of love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of wit and social commentary, this play delves into the intricacies of romantic entanglements and...14363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taming-of-the-shrew-william-shakespeare--74176638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74176638Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:44 +0000David GarrickTaming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare is a vibrant exploration of love, power, and the complexities of gender roles through the tumultuous relationship between Katherine and Petruchio. This timeless tale delves into themes of dominance and...8788falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bride-and-groom-walter-ben-hare--74116162https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116162Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000David GarrickBride and Groom by Walter Ben Hare explores the timeless themes of love, commitment, and the complexities of relationships. This engaging narrative delves into the dynamics between partners as they navigate the joys and challenges of their union. The...8068falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cat-and-the-canary-john-willard--74068368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068368Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:46 +0000David Garrick"Cat and the Canary" by John Willard is a classic play that masterfully blends elements of suspense and comedy, captivating audiences with its intriguing premise. Set against the backdrop of a haunted mansion, the story unfolds as a group of eccentric...9987falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ion-thomas-noon-talfourd--74013958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74013958Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:50 +0000David Garrick"Ion-Thomas Noon Talfourd" presents a compelling exploration of themes that resonate through time, such as the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of art. This work invites listeners to reflect on the intricacies of love,...9022falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hoodoo-walter-ben-hare--73957842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73957842Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:03 +0000David GarrickHoodoo-Walter Ben Hare is a compelling exploration of the intricate interplay between belief and reality, delving into the rich tapestry of hoodoo traditions. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the enduring themes of faith, resilience, and...11301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paolo-and-francesca-stephen-phillips--73898968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73898968Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:23 +0000David Garrick"Paolo and Francesca" by Stephen Phillips delves into the timeless tale of love and tragedy, exploring the intense emotions that bind its characters. This poignant narrative captures the essence of forbidden love, illustrating how passion can lead to...6270falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-s-labour-s-lost-version-2-william-shakespeare--73786103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73786103Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:34 +0000David Garrick"Love's Labour's Lost" is one of William Shakespeare's early comedies, exploring themes of love, intellect, and the folly of idealism. Set in the court of Navarre, the play follows a group of young men who vow to forego the company of women to focus...10033falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/author-s-farce-henry-fielding--73750041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73750041Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:51 +0000David Garrick"Author's Farce" by Henry Fielding is a sharp and witty satirical work that critiques the theatrical world of his time. With its clever commentary on the nature of authorship and the absurdities of the stage, this book remains relevant as it explores...8371falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mucedorus-william-shakespeare--73720686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720686Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:13 +0000David GarrickMucedorus, attributed to William Shakespeare, is a captivating tale that weaves together themes of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. This timeless work invites listeners to explore the intricacies of romance and the societal...6154falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stolen-heiress-susanna-centlivre--73697710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73697710Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:20 +0000David Garrick"Stolen Heiress" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating tale that explores themes of identity, deception, and the quest for true love. The story revolves around a young woman who, under the guise of a stolen identity, navigates the complexities of...8074falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gondoliers-w-s-gilbert--73673732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673732Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:57:53 +0000David Garrick"Gondoliers" by W. S. Gilbert is a delightful operetta that explores themes of love, social class, and the complexities of governance through a comedic lens. Set in the enchanting backdrop of Venice, it presents a whimsical narrative that highlights...5956falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gamester-susanna-centlivre--73648844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73648844Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:29:30 +0000David Garrick"Gamester" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating exploration of love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships within the backdrop of gambling culture. The play delves into the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, highlighting themes...9012falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-caesar-de-bazan-adolphe-d-ennery-dumanoir--73613978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73613978Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:19:24 +0000David Garrick"Don Caesar de Bazan" by Adolphe d'Ennery and Dumanoir is a captivating tale that explores themes of honor, love, and redemption. The story revolves around the titular character, a nobleman who faces the trials of fate and societal expectations. Its...5747falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merry-devil-of-edmonton-william-shakespeare--73293394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293394Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:52:30 +0000David GarrickMerry Devil of Edmonton by William Shakespeare invites listeners into a whimsical tale filled with humor and cleverness, showcasing the delightful interplay of love and mischief. This engaging story weaves together themes of deception, romance, and...5642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/katherine-and-petruchio-david-garrick--72021018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72021018Fri, 15 May 2026 14:40:24 +0000David GarrickThis script is renowned 18th century actor/director David Garrick’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew.” Garrick greatly abbreviated the Bard’s classic comedy, deleting most of the scenes dealing with Bianca and her suitors, and...3551bianca,comedy,garrick,inkell,katherine,kelly,petruchio,shrew,taming,taylorfalsefull