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Join us on this enchanting journey through time and emotion, and discover a new book with every episode that will entertain, provoke thought, and resonate with your own experiences of love and life.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/7112743/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Books</category><copyright>Copyright Plays Genre</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg</url><title>Love and a Bottle</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/love-and-a-bottle--7112743</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:06:33 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Plays Genre</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker73@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Immerse yourself in the delightful chaos of love and ambition, as suggested by the title "Love and a Bottle." 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Join us on this enchanting journey through time and emotion, and discover a new book with every episode that will entertain, provoke thought, and resonate with your own experiences of love and life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Arts"/><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Performing Arts"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>3c6edcb7-3a29-5f6d-bcb9-0b148b8a7abb</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Country Wife-William Wycherley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/country-wife-william-wycherley--74075398</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74075398</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:00:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74075398/country_wife_william_wycherley.mp3" length="103286309" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74053233</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:00:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74053233/little_bit_of_fluff_walter_w_ellis.mp3" length="85189905" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. 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From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74012150</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:01:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74012150/beaux_stratagem_george_farquhar.mp3" length="84324685" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73989350</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:01:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73989350/night_off_or_a_page_from_balzac_augustin_daly_franz_von_scho_nthan.mp3" length="95424885" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73949173</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:01:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73949173/eunuchus_the_eunuch_terence.mp3" length="56522606" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7058</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pseudolus or, The Cheat-Titus Maccius Plautus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pseudolus-or-the-cheat-titus-maccius-plautus--73927230</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73927230</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:01:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73927230/pseudolus_or_the_cheat_titus_maccius_plautus.mp3" length="63673232" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7951</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>One-Act Play Collection 007-Various</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-007-various--73903696</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73903696</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:02:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73903696/one_act_play_collection_007_various.mp3" length="148974870" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>18603</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Second Mrs. Tanqueray-Arthur Wing Pinero</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/second-mrs-tanqueray-arthur-wing-pinero--73882241</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73882241</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:02:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73882241/second_mrs_tanqueray_arthur_wing_pinero.mp3" length="83842534" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10470</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Amphitryon-Molière</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/amphitryon-moliere--73861352</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73861352</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:02:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73861352/amphitryon_molie_re.mp3" length="56002672" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6993</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Belle's Stratagem-Hannah Cowley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/belle-s-stratagem-hannah-cowley--73842887</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73842887</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:03:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73842887/belle_s_stratagem_hannah_cowley.mp3" length="84655671" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10571</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Love and a Bottle-George Farquhar</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-and-a-bottle-george-farquhar--73373061</link><description><![CDATA["Love and a Bottle" by George Farquhar is a captivating exploration of the complexities of love and desire, set against the backdrop of human folly and the pursuit of happiness. 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This timeless tale delves into the interplay between romance and the consequences of indulgence, revealing how the choices we make can shape our lives in profound ways. The themes of passion, folly, and the quest for fulfillment resonate just as strongly today, reminding listeners of the universal struggles that come with love and relationships. Farquhar's sharp wit and keen observations make this audiobook a delightful experience, offering insights that remain relevant across the ages.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11402</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6da6ac9557a7853ae326147114e6968.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Love and a Bottle - George Farquhar</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-and-a-bottle-george-farquhar--72569060</link><description><![CDATA[This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald Cast list: Roebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: Algy Pug Lovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: ToddHW Mockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: Tomas Peter Lyric, a Poet: Jason in Panama Pamphlet, a Bookseller: Availle Rigadoon, a Dancing-Master: Son of the Exiles Nimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: Kurt Club, Servant to Mockmode: TriciaG Brush, Servant to Lovewell: Craig Franklin Lucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: Leanne Yau Leanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: Sonia Trudge, Whore to Roebuck: Linda Olsen Fitak Widow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: TJ Burns Pindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: Jessie Percival Bailiff 1: Roger Melin Bailiff 2: Larry Wilson Cripple: alanmapstone Porter: Owen Cook Boy: Larry Wilson Mask 1: Nemo Mask 2: Sandra Schmit Servant: Eva Davis Stage Directions: Tom Penn Editor: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72569060</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:23:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72569060/love_and_a_bottle_george_farquhar.mp3" length="91214200" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>George Farquhar</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. 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