https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hercules--7044589enBooksCopyright Drama Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ac4856107d10db835ddea82e598f07ff.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hercules--7044589Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:49 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich HändelDrama Genrespreaker49@podcastlibrary.orgHercules is an English Oratorio composed by Georg Friedrich Händel to a libretto by the Reverend Thomas Broughton. It was first performed at the King's Theatre in London on 5th of January 1745. It is based on the story of Hercules and Deianira, as it...false680aa457-7d1d-56d9-bb21-ec203f4f7ef0episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mystery-play-in-honor-of-the-nativity-of-our-lord-robert-hugh-benson--74488994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74488994Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich HändelMystery Play in Honor of the Nativity of Our Lord by Robert Hugh Benson is a profound exploration of the themes of faith, hope, and the divine mystery surrounding the birth of Christ. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the significance...7186falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/follies-of-a-day-or-the-marriage-of-figaro-figaro-trilogy-2-english-pierre-beaumarchais--74436208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74436208Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Follies of a Day; OR, The Marriage of Figaro" by Pierre Beaumarchais is a witty exploration of love, class, and the complexities of human relationships, continuing the narrative from the Figaro Trilogy. This timeless work delves into the follies and...11230falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-carol-the-miser-s-warning-charles-zachary-barnett--74376191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74376191Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Christmas Carol The Miser's Warning" by Charles Zachary Barnett offers a timeless exploration of the consequences of greed and the transformative power of generosity. This thought-provoking tale serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of...4224falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ion-thomas-noon-talfourd--74300938https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74300938Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:49 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Ion-Thomas Noon Talfourd" presents a compelling exploration of the human experience through the lens of its titular figure. This work delves into themes of ambition, creativity, and the quest for identity, making it a timeless reflection on the...9022falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andromache-euripides--74190843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74190843Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:01 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Andromache" by Euripides delves into themes of grief, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships in the aftermath of war. This powerful tragedy explores the emotional turmoil faced by its characters as they navigate betrayal and the...5689falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-015-various--74124340https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74124340Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:44 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich HändelDive into "One-Act Play Collection 015-Various," a captivating anthology that showcases the richness and diversity of one-act plays. This collection features a variety of themes and styles, offering listeners a unique glimpse into the art of concise...22986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-reading-scene-and-story-collection-volume-005-various--74079724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74079724Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:17 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich HändelDramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 005-Various invites listeners to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of narratives that showcase the power of storytelling through dramatic readings. This collection features a variety of scenes...21739falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flying-dutchman-richard-wagner--74024320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74024320Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:13 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Flying Dutchman" by Richard Wagner is a timeless opera that explores themes of redemption, eternal longing, and the struggle against fate. The story revolves around the mythical figure of the Flying Dutchman, a cursed captain doomed to sail the seas...2942falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dream-play-august-strindberg--73968981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73968981Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:25 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Dream Play" by August Strindberg is a profound exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of existence, consciousness, and the complexities of life. Strindberg's innovative narrative structure and dreamlike imagery invite listeners to...8294falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/edward-ii-christopher-marlowe--73911548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73911548Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:33 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Edward II" by Christopher Marlowe is a powerful exploration of love, power, and betrayal set against the backdrop of the English monarchy. This poignant tragedy delves into the struggles of King Edward II as he navigates the complexities of his reign...10437falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ring-of-the-niblung-richard-wagner--73797410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73797410Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:05:02 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Ring of the Niblung" by Richard Wagner is a monumental work that intertwines themes of power, love, and destiny, encapsulating the struggles of gods and heroes in a timeless narrative. This epic saga explores the consequences of greed and the quest...26804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gold-killer-prosper-buranelli-john-farrar--73760417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73760417Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Gold-Killer" by Prosper Buranelli and John Farrar delves into themes of ambition, morality, and the human condition, exploring the lengths to which individuals will go in pursuit of wealth and power. This gripping narrative invites listeners to...26011falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-gabriel-borkman-henrik-ibsen--73728677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73728677Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:28 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"John Gabriel Borkman" by Henrik Ibsen delves into the life of a man whose ambition and desire for success lead to his downfall, exploring themes of isolation, failure, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. This powerful play examines the human...8456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/giles-corey-of-the-salem-farms-henry-wadsworth-longfellow--73704521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73704521Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:17:13 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Giles Corey of the Salem Farms" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow delves into the haunting legacy of the Salem witch trials through the story of Giles Corey, a man who faced unimaginable adversity. This poignant narrative explores themes of resilience,...5778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thyestes-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73681128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73681128Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:04:03 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Thyestes" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a gripping exploration of betrayal, revenge, and the dark depths of human emotion. This powerful tragedy delves into the destructive consequences of familial conflict and the insatiable thirst for vengeance,...5764falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/henry-iv-a-tragedy-in-three-acts-luigi-pirandello--73655669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73655669Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:27:51 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Henry IV, A Tragedy in Three Acts" by Luigi Pirandello delves into the complexities of identity and reality through the lens of a man who believes himself to be King Henry IV. This poignant exploration of madness and the human psyche raises questions...7362falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/troades-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73627780https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73627780Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:25:51 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Troades" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca delves into the aftermath of the Trojan War, exploring the fates of the women left behind as captives. This poignant work captures the themes of loss, despair, and the struggle for agency in a world dominated by the...6069falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/belshazzar-georg-friedrich-handel-charles-jennens--73300042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73300042Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:35:23 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich Händel"Belshazzar" by Georg Friedrich Händel, with a libretto by Charles Jennens, is a compelling exploration of power, fate, and divine judgment. Set against the backdrop of the ancient Babylonian empire, the narrative delves into themes of hubris and the...3361falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hercules-thomas-broughton-georg-friedrich-handel--72071337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071337Tue, 19 May 2026 16:31:55 +0000Thomas Broughton, Georg Friedrich HändelHercules is an English Oratorio composed by Georg Friedrich Händel to a libretto by the Reverend Thomas Broughton. It was first performed at the King's Theatre in London on 5th of January 1745. It is based on the story of Hercules and Deianira, as it...1941broughton,deianira,drama,hercules,iole,lichas,metamorpheses,ndel,trachinian,trachiniansfalsefull