https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/duchess-of-malfi--7044566enBooksCopyright Drama Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6fe033b1616e4954865048d720ca313d.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/duchess-of-malfi--7044566Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:26:20 +0000John WebsterDrama Genrespreaker49@podcastlibrary.orgJohn Webster's bloody Jacobean tragedy exposes the decadence of the Italian court. The virtuous Duchess of Malfi, a young widow, secretly marries her steward Antonio, and is subsequently persecuted by her brothers: the sexually obsessed and eventually...false9a9b8c27-72d2-5e3a-a6d9-35f2a60e6b13episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-macbeth-william-shakespeare--75038213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75038213Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:03:10 +0000John WebsterThe "Tragedy of Macbeth" by William Shakespeare delves into the themes of ambition, power, and moral decay as it follows the rise and fall of a once-noble warrior driven to madness by his unchecked desires. This timeless tale explores the consequences...7902falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-king-lear-nahum-tate--74488776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74488776Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:28 +0000John Webster"History of King Lear" by Nahum Tate reinterprets the classic tale of betrayal, madness, and redemption, providing a unique perspective on the themes of familial loyalty and the quest for power. Tate's adaptation diverges from Shakespeare's original,...9531falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timon-of-athens-william-shakespeare--74435952https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74435952Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:08 +0000John WebsterTimon of Athens, a lesser-known yet powerful work by William Shakespeare, explores themes of wealth, friendship, and the corrosive effects of ingratitude. The story follows Timon, a once-generous Athenian nobleman who becomes disillusioned with the...8619falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-christie-eugene-o-neill--74375732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74375732Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000John Webster"Anna Christie" by Eugene O'Neill is a powerful exploration of redemption, identity, and the struggle against societal judgment. The story centers on Anna, a woman who returns to her estranged father's life after years at sea, grappling with her past...8470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merry-wives-of-windsor-william-shakespeare--74300592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74300592Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:51 +0000John Webster"Merry Wives of Windsor" by William Shakespeare is a delightful comedy that explores themes of love, deception, and the complexities of marriage through the humorous escapades of its characters. Set in the charming town of Windsor, the play showcases...8904falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-and-amours-of-the-beautiful-gay-and-dashing-kate-percival-dramatic-reading-kate-percival--74190394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74190394Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:08 +0000John Webster"Life and Amours of the Beautiful, Gay and Dashing Kate Percival" offers a vibrant and engaging exploration of the titular character's romantic escapades and lively personality. This dramatic reading brings to life the charm and allure of Kate...14470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comedy-of-errors-william-shakespeare--74123908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74123908Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:52 +0000John Webster"Comedy of Errors" is one of William Shakespeare's earliest and most beloved plays, showcasing the chaos and confusion that ensues when two sets of identical twins are separated at birth and unknowingly reunite in a vibrant city. The play expertly...5826falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-sisters-anton-chekhov--74079295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74079295Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:03 +0000John Webster"Three Sisters" by Anton Chekhov is a poignant exploration of longing and the pursuit of a meaningful life, as three sisters grapple with their dreams and disillusionments in a provincial Russian town. The themes of unfulfilled aspirations and the...8496falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/enemy-of-the-people-henrik-ibsen--74024035https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74024035Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:16 +0000John Webster"Enemy of the People" by Henrik Ibsen delves into the conflict between individual conscience and societal pressure, as a doctor discovers a hidden truth that threatens the community's well-being. This powerful play explores themes of truth, integrity,...10673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hedda-gabler-henrik-ibsen--73968587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73968587Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:24 +0000John WebsterHedda Gabler, a complex and enigmatic character created by Henrik Ibsen, navigates the constraints of societal expectations and personal desires in a world that often stifles individuality. This timeless play delves into themes of power, freedom, and...5097falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boss-edward-sheldon--73911110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73911110Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:49 +0000John Webster"Boss-Edward Sheldon" captures the essence of ambition and power dynamics, exploring the complexities of leadership and the human condition. This thought-provoking narrative delves into the intricacies of authority and the moral dilemmas faced by...9657falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-015-various--73797074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73797074Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000John WebsterOne-Act Play Collection 015-Various presents a captivating selection of one-act plays that explore the complexities of human emotion and the intricacies of relationships. This collection features a variety of themes that resonate with audiences,...22986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tis-pity-she-s-a-whore-john-ford--73759977https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73759977Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000John WebsterTis Pity She's a Whore by John Ford delves into the tumultuous and tragic consequences of forbidden love and familial betrayal. Set against a backdrop of intense passion and moral conflict, the play explores the complexities of desire and the societal...9744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recruiting-officer-george-farquhar--73728363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73728363Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000John Webster"Recruiting Officer" by George Farquhar is a spirited comedy that explores themes of love, deception, and the folly of war through the lens of military recruitment in 18th-century England. The play captures the humorous antics of soldiers and...7954falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/troilus-and-cressida-william-shakespeare--73704303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73704303Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:08:26 +0000John WebsterTroilus and Cressida, a compelling work by William Shakespeare, explores themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the Trojan War. This poignant tale delves into the tumultuous romance between the...11693falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agnes-grey-dramatic-reading-anne-bronte--73680872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73680872Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:55:28 +0000John WebsterAgnes Grey, a poignant tale by Anne Brontë, unfolds the life of a young governess navigating the complexities of family dynamics and social class in 19th-century England. Through her experiences, Agnes grapples with the challenges of independence,...22407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pippa-passes-robert-browning--73655403https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73655403Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:19:35 +0000John Webster"Pippa Passes" by Robert Browning is a lyrical poem that captures a single day in the life of Pippa, a young silk worker, as she wanders through the Italian countryside. Through her innocent and uplifting songs, Pippa inadvertently influences the...6643falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inspector-general-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol--73627338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73627338Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:14:22 +0000John Webster"Inspector-General" by Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol is a masterful satirical play that explores themes of corruption and the absurdity of bureaucracy. Set in a small Russian town, the story unfolds when the officials mistakenly believe that an incognito...12612falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/othello-william-shakespeare--73299853https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73299853Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:24:43 +0000John WebsterOthello by William Shakespeare is a timeless tragedy that delves into themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the complexities of love. The story follows Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, whose life unravels due to manipulation and deceit,...11226falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/duchess-of-malfi-john-webster--72071280https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071280Tue, 19 May 2026 16:30:10 +0000John WebsterJohn Webster's bloody Jacobean tragedy exposes the decadence of the Italian court. The virtuous Duchess of Malfi, a young widow, secretly marries her steward Antonio, and is subsequently persecuted by her brothers: the sexually obsessed and eventually...10731antonio,cardinal,drama,duchess,madman,malfi,officer,pilgrim,servant,websterfalsefull