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Roaring Girl

Roaring Girl

Written by: Thomas Dekker
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 Dive into the vibrant world of The Roaring Girl, a thrilling Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first published in 1611. This entertaining play tells the captivating story of Mary Frith, famously known as Moll Cutpurse, a woman who defied societal norms and earned a reputation as a fierce virago in early 17th-century London. The term roaring girl is a playful twist on roaring boy, which referred to young men who led wild, unruly lives. As Moll navigates her adventures in cross-dressing, the play intertwines her escapades with the romantic pursuits of three merchants wives and the secret love affair between Sebastian Wengrave and Mary Fitzallard. Join us for a delightful journey filled with humor, romance, and social commentary! (Summary by Elizabeth Klett and Wikipedia)Copyright Biographies 2.0 Drama & Plays
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  • 05 - Roaring Girl by Thomas Dekker

    05 - Roaring Girl by Thomas Dekker
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the vibrant world of The Roaring Girl, a thrilling Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first published in 1611. This entertaining play tells the captivating story of Mary Frith, famously known as Moll Cutpurse, a woman who defied societal norms and earned a reputation as a fierce virago in early 17th-century London. The term roaring girl is a playful twist on roaring boy, which referred to young men who led wild, unruly lives. As Moll navigates her adventures in cross-dressing, the play intertwines her escapades with the romantic pursuits of three merchants wives and the secret love affair between Sebastian Wengrave and Mary Fitzallard. Join us for a delightful journey filled with humor, romance, and social commentary! (Summary by Elizabeth Klett and Wikipedia)
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    39 mins
  • 04 - Roaring Girl by Thomas Dekker

    04 - Roaring Girl by Thomas Dekker
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the vibrant world of The Roaring Girl, a thrilling Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first published in 1611. This entertaining play tells the captivating story of Mary Frith, famously known as Moll Cutpurse, a woman who defied societal norms and earned a reputation as a fierce virago in early 17th-century London. The term roaring girl is a playful twist on roaring boy, which referred to young men who led wild, unruly lives. As Moll navigates her adventures in cross-dressing, the play intertwines her escapades with the romantic pursuits of three merchants wives and the secret love affair between Sebastian Wengrave and Mary Fitzallard. Join us for a delightful journey filled with humor, romance, and social commentary! (Summary by Elizabeth Klett and Wikipedia)
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    32 mins
  • 03 - Roaring Girl by Thomas Dekker

    03 - Roaring Girl by Thomas Dekker
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the vibrant world of The Roaring Girl, a thrilling Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first published in 1611. This entertaining play tells the captivating story of Mary Frith, famously known as Moll Cutpurse, a woman who defied societal norms and earned a reputation as a fierce virago in early 17th-century London. The term roaring girl is a playful twist on roaring boy, which referred to young men who led wild, unruly lives. As Moll navigates her adventures in cross-dressing, the play intertwines her escapades with the romantic pursuits of three merchants wives and the secret love affair between Sebastian Wengrave and Mary Fitzallard. Join us for a delightful journey filled with humor, romance, and social commentary! (Summary by Elizabeth Klett and Wikipedia)
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    41 mins
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