https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/miss-civilization--7035462enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d51c2dfa22ac57d2798fd28c70f91fd4.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/miss-civilization--7035462Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:57:32 +0000Richard Harding DavisComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgMiss Civilization, a one act comedy, tells the story of a young woman who matches wits with three burglars attempting to rob her house. This recording was made in Chicago at the LibriVox World Gathering in May 2007. Cast: Kristin Hughes Betsie Bush...false862b43cb-da72-588a-8904-466ac035a902episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/divots-p-g-wodehouse--74474825https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74474825Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:59 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Divots-P. G. Wodehouse" offers a delightful romp through the whimsical world of one of literature's most beloved humorists. Wodehouse's signature wit and charm shine through in this collection, showcasing his unparalleled ability to capture the...26299falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gondoliers-w-s-gilbert--74427624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74427624Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:32 +0000Richard Harding DavisGondoliers by W. S. Gilbert is a delightful exploration of themes such as love, social class, and the complexities of governance, all wrapped in Gilbert's signature wit and humor. This timeless operetta invites listeners to reflect on the nature of...5956falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amazons-a-farcical-romance-arthur-wing-pinero--74363129https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74363129Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Amazons: A Farcical Romance" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a witty exploration of gender roles and societal expectations, wrapped in a humorous narrative that remains relevant today. The play delves into the complexities of romance and the absurdities of...9608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pygmalion-george-bernard-shaw--74292603https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74292603Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Richard Harding DavisGeorge Bernard Shaw's "Pygmalion" explores themes of transformation, identity, and social class through the story of Eliza Doolittle, a flower girl who is taken under the wing of Professor Henry Higgins. As he attempts to elevate her speech and...10447falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/importance-of-being-earnest-version-2-oscar-wilde--74177091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74177091Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:39 +0000Richard Harding DavisThe Importance of Being Earnest, a classic play by Oscar Wilde, delves into the themes of identity, social expectations, and the nature of truth through a witty and satirical lens. This enduring work explores the absurdities of Victorian society,...6462falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-brings-home-a-wife-dramatic-reading-steele-rudd--74116420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116420Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Dave Brings Home A Wife" is a captivating dramatic reading by Steele Rudd that delves into the complexities of relationships and the humorous trials of domestic life. This timeless tale explores themes of love, commitment, and the quirks of human...5968falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/make-believe-man-richard-harding-davis--74068816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068816Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:46 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Make-Believe Man" by Richard Harding Davis invites listeners into a world where imagination and reality intertwine, exploring the power of belief in shaping our identities and experiences. This timeless narrative delves into the intricacies of human...4911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-020-various--74014383https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74014383Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:49 +0000Richard Harding Davis"One-Act Play Collection 020-Various" presents a captivating anthology of diverse one-act plays, showcasing the talents of various playwrights. This collection is a treasure trove for theater enthusiasts, offering a rich tapestry of themes that...20475falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/caliban-by-the-yellow-sands-percy-mackaye--73958193https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73958193Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:55 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Caliban by the Yellow Sands" by Percy MacKaye is a thought-provoking exploration of the themes of civilization, nature, and the human spirit, drawing inspiration from Shakespeare's "The Tempest." This work delves into the complexities of identity and...10609falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heartbreak-house-george-bernard-shaw--73899428https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73899428Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:09 +0000Richard Harding DavisHeartbreak House by George Bernard Shaw is a thought-provoking exploration of human relationships and societal norms set against the backdrop of a looming war. The play deftly examines themes of love, disillusionment, and the complexities of modern...11993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-broome-allan-monkhouse--73786488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73786488Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:37 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Mary Broome" by Allan Monkhouse is a poignant exploration of the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations. This enduring work delves into the intricacies of love, duty, and the struggle for personal identity within the confines...6878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pygmalion-george-bernard-shaw--73750392https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73750392Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:53 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Pygmalion" by George Bernard Shaw is a timeless exploration of class, identity, and transformation. The story delves into the complexities of social status and the power of language, showcasing how one's speech can influence perception and...10447falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-of-bagdad-alexandre-dumas-fils--73720989https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720989Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:02 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Princess of Bagdad" by Alexandre Dumas, fils invites listeners into a captivating tale that intertwines romance and adventure in an exotic setting. This story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships, showcasing...7158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blunderer-or-the-counterplots-moliere--73697947https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73697947Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:16 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Blunderer, or The Counterplots-Molière" invites listeners into a world of intricate schemes and clever deceptions, showcasing the art of counterplots that define human interaction. This engaging work delves into the complexities of social dynamics...8998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brewster-s-millions-byron-ongley-winchell-smith--73673998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673998Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:06:28 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Brewster's Millions" by Byron Ongley and Winchell Smith explores the intriguing premise of a man who must spend an enormous fortune within a limited time to inherit an even greater sum. This timeless tale delves into themes of wealth, responsibility,...11741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/torch-bearers-george-kelly--73649066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73649066Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:37:56 +0000Richard Harding DavisTorch-Bearers-George Kelly delves into the complexities of human relationships and the struggle for authenticity in a world filled with societal expectations. This thought-provoking exploration highlights the journey of individuals seeking to navigate...17832falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preserving-mr-panmure-arthur-wing-pinero--73614462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73614462Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:29:24 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Preserving Mr Panmure-Arthur Wing Pinero" delves into the complexities of human relationships and the intricacies of personal preservation in a changing world. This work captures timeless themes of identity, legacy, and the struggle to maintain one's...17426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ivanov-anton-chekhov--73293643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293643Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:02:38 +0000Richard Harding Davis"Ivanov" by Anton Chekhov is a compelling exploration of existential despair and the complexities of human relationships. The play delves into the life of a disillusioned man grappling with unfulfilled dreams and the weight of societal expectations....9084falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miss-civilization-richard-harding-davis--72021154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72021154Fri, 15 May 2026 14:48:54 +0000Richard Harding DavisMiss Civilization, a one act comedy, tells the story of a young woman who matches wits with three burglars attempting to rob her house. This recording was made in Chicago at the LibriVox World Gathering in May 2007. 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