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Stichus; or, The Parasite Rebuffed

Stichus; or, The Parasite Rebuffed

Written by: Titus Maccius Plautus
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 In ancient Athens, Antipho, a wealthy and jovial old gentleman, faces a dilemma as he prepares to marry off his two daughters, Pilumena and Pamphila. Their husbands, brothers Epignomus and Pamphilus, have squandered their fortunes in the company of idlers and parasites. As they venture into overseas trade to reclaim their wealth, time is running out. Will the brothers return in time to save their marriages and rid themselves of their pesky parasites? Join us for this delightful tale of love, loyalty, and misadventures!Copyright Family and Culture Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • 005 - Act 5

    005 - Act 5
    Feb 13 2026
    In ancient Athens, Antipho, a wealthy and jovial old gentleman, faces a dilemma as he prepares to marry off his two daughters, Pilumena and Pamphila. Their husbands, brothers Epignomus and Pamphilus, have squandered their fortunes in the company of idlers and parasites. As they venture into overseas trade to reclaim their wealth, time is running out. Will the brothers return in time to save their marriages and rid themselves of their pesky parasites? Join us for this delightful tale of love, loyalty, and misadventures!
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    17 mins
  • 004 - Act 4

    004 - Act 4
    Feb 13 2026
    In ancient Athens, Antipho, a wealthy and jovial old gentleman, faces a dilemma as he prepares to marry off his two daughters, Pilumena and Pamphila. Their husbands, brothers Epignomus and Pamphilus, have squandered their fortunes in the company of idlers and parasites. As they venture into overseas trade to reclaim their wealth, time is running out. Will the brothers return in time to save their marriages and rid themselves of their pesky parasites? Join us for this delightful tale of love, loyalty, and misadventures!
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    18 mins
  • 003 - Act 3

    003 - Act 3
    Feb 13 2026
    In ancient Athens, Antipho, a wealthy and jovial old gentleman, faces a dilemma as he prepares to marry off his two daughters, Pilumena and Pamphila. Their husbands, brothers Epignomus and Pamphilus, have squandered their fortunes in the company of idlers and parasites. As they venture into overseas trade to reclaim their wealth, time is running out. Will the brothers return in time to save their marriages and rid themselves of their pesky parasites? Join us for this delightful tale of love, loyalty, and misadventures!
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    9 mins
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