https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartbreak-house--7035401enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b7c91504c36fd404678b0aa74ac589f2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartbreak-house--7035401Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:59:24 +0000George Bernard ShawComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgOn the eve of World War I, Ellie Dunn, her father, and her fiancé are invited to one of Hesione Hushabye’s infamous dinner parties. Unfortunately, her fiancé is a scoundrel, her father’s a bumbling prig, and she’s actually in love with Hector,...false4d845c7e-08b9-5406-8dd4-fe51fce810fbepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-winnie-a-comedy-in-three-acts-carl-webster-pierce--74474264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74474264Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:12 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Breaking Winnie; A Comedy in Three Acts" by Carl Webster Pierce invites listeners into a humorous exploration of life’s complexities. This engaging narrative unfolds across three acts, blending wit and insight to illuminate the often absurd nature of...6958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wild-duck-henrik-ibsen--74427150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74427150Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:43 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Wild Duck" by Henrik Ibsen delves into the complexities of truth, illusion, and the human spirit's resilience. This powerful play examines how the pursuit of truth can disrupt lives, challenging the delicate balance between reality and the comforting...12202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persa-the-persian-titus-maccius-plautus--74362316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74362316Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Persa; The Persian" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a comedic play that explores themes of identity, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of ancient Rome, the story delves into the antics and misunderstandings...6113falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comical-history-of-don-quixote-part-2-thomas-d-urfey--74291696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74291696Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:33 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 2" by Thomas D'Urfey offers a humorous take on the classic tale of the delusional knight and his misadventures. This engaging retelling captures the whimsy and folly of Don Quixote's quest for chivalry, showcasing...13179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beau-s-duel-or-a-soldier-for-the-ladies-susanna-centlivre--74176253https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74176253Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:00 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Beau's Duel, or A Soldier for the Ladies" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating exploration of love, honor, and the complexities of gender dynamics in the 18th century. The story centers around the themes of romantic entanglements and the lengths to...9939falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/creditors-august-strindberg--74115708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74115708Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:20 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Creditors" by August Strindberg explores the intricate dynamics of relationships and the psychological manipulation that often underlies them. This intense drama delves into themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the struggle for power, making it a...5439falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-storr-translation-sophocles--74067981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74067981Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:34 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Storr, is a powerful exploration of fate, redemption, and the human condition, as it follows the tragic figure of Oedipus in his final days. This poignant work delves into themes of suffering, the search for peace,...5767falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volpone-or-the-fox-ben-jonson--74013591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74013591Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:38 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Volpone, or, The Fox" by Ben Jonson is a captivating exploration of greed, deception, and the human condition, centering on a wealthy conman who feigns illness to manipulate those around him. This enduring tale delves into the lengths individuals...11934falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-marry-jesse-lynch-williams--73957507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73957507Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:52 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Why Marry" by Jesse Lynch Williams explores the complexities of love and marriage, delving into societal expectations and individual desires. This thought-provoking work challenges conventional views on relationships and the institution of marriage,...11237falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/midsummer-night-s-dream-william-shakespeare--73898644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73898644Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:22 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Midsummer Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare is a timeless exploration of love, magic, and the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of an enchanted forest. This enchanting tale delves into the whimsical interplay of desire...7469falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fairy-lady-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--73785774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73785774Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:27 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Fairy Lady" by Pedro Calderón de la Barca invites listeners into a world where love, illusion, and reality intertwine, showcasing the timeless themes of desire and the quest for truth. This classic work delves into the complexities of human...8796falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gondoliers-w-s-gilbert--73749741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73749741Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:44 +0000George Bernard ShawGondoliers by W. S. Gilbert is a delightful operetta that captures the charm and whimsy of Venetian life, showcasing themes of love, social class, and the pursuit of happiness. This timeless work invites listeners to explore the complexities of human...5956falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-horizon-eugene-o-neill--73720321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720321Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:05 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Beyond the Horizon" by Eugene O'Neill is a poignant exploration of dreams, desires, and the complexities of human relationships as it delves into the lives of two brothers and the woman who binds them. This timeless tale examines the struggles of...10233falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merchant-of-venice-version-2-william-shakespeare--73697552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73697552Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:07 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Merchant of Venice" by William Shakespeare delves into themes of mercy, justice, and the complexities of human relationships, exploring the tension between the law and compassion. Set against the backdrop of a vibrant Venetian society, the play...9358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hay-fever-noel-coward--73673534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673534Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:51:13 +0000George Bernard ShawHay Fever by Noël Coward is a sharp and witty exploration of the complexities of human relationships, set against the backdrop of a weekend gathering that spirals into chaos. The play captures the essence of social dynamics, showcasing how the...7667falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fanny-s-first-play-george-bernard-shaw--73648609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73648609Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:21:14 +0000George Bernard ShawFanny's First Play by George Bernard Shaw is a witty and insightful exploration of societal norms and the complexities of human relationships. This sharp comedy critiques the conventions of marriage and the roles of women in society, making it a...10810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dandy-dick-arthur-wing-pinero--73613608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73613608Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:09:32 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Dandy Dick" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a delightful exploration of the quirks and complexities of human relationships, set against the backdrop of a whimsical seaside town. This charming play captures the essence of social dynamics and the pursuit of...9817falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/changeling-thomas-middleton-william-rowley--73293214https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293214Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:43:23 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Changeling" by Thomas Middleton and William Rowley is a dark exploration of desire, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of moral ambiguity, the play delves into the consequences of unchecked passion and the...7944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heartbreak-house-george-bernard-shaw--72021039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72021039Fri, 15 May 2026 14:41:35 +0000George Bernard ShawOn the eve of World War I, Ellie Dunn, her father, and her fiancé are invited to one of Hesione Hushabye’s infamous dinner parties. Unfortunately, her fiancé is a scoundrel, her father’s a bumbling prig, and she’s actually in love with Hector,...11993comedy,dunn,elizabeth,fianc,heartbreak,hesione,house,hushabye,shaw,utterwordfalsefull