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This is not a single narrative but a series of unique explorations that challenge conventional thinking and inspire introspection. 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Discover a new book with every episode and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of literature that questions the very essence of what it means to live and dream.]]></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>e214f6b4-09f0-5c19-aa08-921681b13d92</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Dramatic Version of Greek Myths and Hero Tales-Fanny Amanda Comstock</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-version-of-greek-myths-and-hero-tales-fanny-amanda-comstock--74628352</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>16877</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Theft-Jack London</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/theft-jack-london--74596346</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. First published in 1636, the story focuses on the fictional Sigismund, Prince of Poland, who has been imprisoned in a tower by his father, King Basilius, following a dire prophecy that the prince would bring disaster to the country and death to the King. Basilius briefly frees Sigismund and allows him to take his rightful place at court, but when the prince kills a servant and attempts to rape a lady-in-waiting, the king imprisons him again, persuading him that it was all a dream. But Sigismund is later freed again to lead a rebellion against his father. The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. 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The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>14165</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>King Lear (version 2)-William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-lear-version-2-william-shakespeare--74564568</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>12232</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>One-Act Play Collection 016-Various</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-016-various--74533616</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6823</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Busie Body-Susanna Centlivre</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/busie-body-susanna-centlivre--74464259</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10596</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Town Before You-Hannah Cowley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/town-before-you-hannah-cowley--74432104</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74432104</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:09:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74432104/town_before_you_hannah_cowley.mp3" length="95963372" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Pedro Calderón de la Barca</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11984</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>One-Act Play Collection 021-Various</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-021-various--74391100</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>17542</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Cabinet Minister-Arthur Wing Pinero</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cabinet-minister-arthur-wing-pinero--74349256</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11051</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lying Lover or, The Ladies' Friendship-Richard Steele</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lying-lover-or-the-ladies-friendship-richard-steele--74209542</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9834</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Life is a Dream (FitzGerald Translation)-Pedro Calderón de la Barca</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-is-a-dream-fitzgerald-translation-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--74163848</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. First published in 1636, the story focuses on the fictional Sigismund, Prince of Poland, who has been imprisoned in a tower by his father, King Basilius, following a dire prophecy that the prince would bring disaster to the country and death to the King. Basilius briefly frees Sigismund and allows him to take his rightful place at court, but when the prince kills a servant and attempts to rape a lady-in-waiting, the king imprisons him again, persuading him that it was all a dream. But Sigismund is later freed again to lead a rebellion against his father. The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74163848</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:09:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74163848/life_is_a_dream_fitzgerald_translation_pedro_caldero_n_de_la_barca.mp3" length="61221106" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Pedro Calderón de la Barca</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7645</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pleasant Commodie of Faire Em, the Miller's Daughter of Manchester, with the Love of William the Conquerour-William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pleasant-commodie-of-faire-em-the-miller-s-daughter-of-manchester-with-the-love-of-william-the-conquerour-william-shakespeare--74119266</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. 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With its rich language and thought-provoking insights, this audiobook offers a compelling journey that remains relevant, encouraging audiences to ponder the essence of existence and the dreams that define our lives.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73425647</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:01:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73425647/life_is_a_dream_fitzgerald_translation_pedro_caldero_n_de_la_barca.mp3" length="61221106" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Pedro Calderón de la Barca</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Life is a Dream," translated by FitzGerald, is a profound exploration of the nature of reality and illusion, as penned by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. 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With its rich language and thought-provoking insights, this audiobook offers a compelling journey that remains relevant, encouraging audiences to ponder the essence of existence and the dreams that define our lives.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7645</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Life is a Dream MacCarthy Translation - Pedro Calderon de la Barca</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-is-a-dream-maccarthy-translation-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--72922930</link><description><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. First published in 1636, the story focuses on the fictional Sigismund, Prince of Poland, who has been imprisoned in a tower by his father, King Basilius, following a dire prophecy that the prince would bring disaster to the country and death to the King. Basilius briefly frees Sigismund and allows him to take his rightful place at court, but when the prince kills a servant and attempts to rape a lady-in-waiting, the king imprisons him again, persuading him that it was all a dream. But Sigismund is later freed again to lead a rebellion against his father. The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72922930</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:17:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72922930/life_is_a_dream_maccarthy_translation_pedro_calderon_de_la_barca.mp3" length="85607694" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0517f90-a7e0-41ca-9d90-bcaf1f781000/c0517f90-a7e0-41ca-9d90-bcaf1f781000.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0517f90-a7e0-41ca-9d90-bcaf1f781000/c0517f90-a7e0-41ca-9d90-bcaf1f781000.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0517f90-a7e0-41ca-9d90-bcaf1f781000/c0517f90-a7e0-41ca-9d90-bcaf1f781000.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Pedro Calderón de la Barca</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. First published in 1636, the story focuses on the fictional Sigismund, Prince of Poland, who has been imprisoned in a tower by his father, King...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Life Is a Dream (La vida es sueño) is a Spanish-language verse drama by Pedro Calderón de la Barca. First published in 1636, the story focuses on the fictional Sigismund, Prince of Poland, who has been imprisoned in a tower by his father, King Basilius, following a dire prophecy that the prince would bring disaster to the country and death to the King. Basilius briefly frees Sigismund and allows him to take his rightful place at court, but when the prince kills a servant and attempts to rape a lady-in-waiting, the king imprisons him again, persuading him that it was all a dream. But Sigismund is later freed again to lead a rebellion against his father. The play is a philosophical allegory regarding the human situation and the mystery of life, it's central themes are the conflict between free will and fate, as well as restoring one's honor. Other themes include dreams vs. reality and the conflict between father and son. The play has been described as "the supreme example of Spanish Golden Age drama" (Summary by Alan Mapstone) Cast List Basilius, King of Poland: Algy Pug Sigismund, his Son: Greg Giordano Astolfo, Duke of Muscovy: Larry Wilson Estrella, a Princess: Sonia Clotaldo, a Nobleman: Beeswaxcandle Rosaura, a Lady: Jenn Broda Clarin, her Servant: Inkell First Soldier: ToddHW Second Soldier: redrun First Servant: redrun Second Servant: ToddHW Stage Directions: Alan Mapstone]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10701</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>barca,basilius,dream,life,maccarthy,poland,servant,sigismund,tragedy,translation</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fdfeaaf94f68360ca926aa35621b5761.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
