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Emperor of the Moon

Emperor of the Moon

Written by: Aphra Behn
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 Step into a whimsical world with Emperor of the Moon, a delightful restoration farce by a talented female playwright. Join Doctor Baliardo, a Neapolitan philosopher utterly captivated by the Moons mysteries. His obsession leads him to imagine a lunar realm, complete with its own inhabitants and governance, causing him to reject the suitors of his beloved daughter Elaria and niece Bellemante—two charming nephews of the Viceroy—believing them mere earthly beings. Experience the humor and intrigue as love battles against the backdrop of philosophical folly.Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • 03 - Act 3 - Emperor of the Moon by Aphra Behn

    03 - Act 3 - Emperor of the Moon by Aphra Behn
    Nov 11 2025
    Step into a whimsical world with Emperor of the Moon, a delightful restoration farce by a talented female playwright. Join Doctor Baliardo, a Neapolitan philosopher utterly captivated by the Moons mysteries. His obsession leads him to imagine a lunar realm, complete with its own inhabitants and governance, causing him to reject the suitors of his beloved daughter Elaria and niece Bellemante—two charming nephews of the Viceroy—believing them mere earthly beings. Experience the humor and intrigue as love battles against the backdrop of philosophical folly.
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    56 mins
  • 02 - Act 2 - Emperor of the Moon by Aphra Behn

    02 - Act 2 - Emperor of the Moon by Aphra Behn
    Nov 11 2025
    Step into a whimsical world with Emperor of the Moon, a delightful restoration farce by a talented female playwright. Join Doctor Baliardo, a Neapolitan philosopher utterly captivated by the Moons mysteries. His obsession leads him to imagine a lunar realm, complete with its own inhabitants and governance, causing him to reject the suitors of his beloved daughter Elaria and niece Bellemante—two charming nephews of the Viceroy—believing them mere earthly beings. Experience the humor and intrigue as love battles against the backdrop of philosophical folly.
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    39 mins
  • 01 - Act 1 - Emperor of the Moon by Aphra Behn

    01 - Act 1 - Emperor of the Moon by Aphra Behn
    Nov 11 2025
    Step into a whimsical world with Emperor of the Moon, a delightful restoration farce by a talented female playwright. Join Doctor Baliardo, a Neapolitan philosopher utterly captivated by the Moons mysteries. His obsession leads him to imagine a lunar realm, complete with its own inhabitants and governance, causing him to reject the suitors of his beloved daughter Elaria and niece Bellemante—two charming nephews of the Viceroy—believing them mere earthly beings. Experience the humor and intrigue as love battles against the backdrop of philosophical folly.
    Show More Show Less
    55 mins
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