Showing results for "Bill" in Drama & Plays

Considered “perhaps the most important American play of this century” by The Daily Telegraph, the Tony Award-winning Best Play has arrived on Audible. Based on Howards End by E.M. Forster, The Inheritance takes place in New York City decades after the AIDS epidemic. Eric Glass is a political activist engaged to his writer boyfriend, Toby Darling. When two strangers enter their lives—an older man and a younger one—their futures suddenly become uncertain as they begin to chart divergent paths.

In Shakespeare’s most intimate tragedy, director Bill Rauch explores racism, religious bias, xenophobia, and the more disturbing aspects of relationships in the context of our society’s ongoing struggle with polarizing differences. Consumed by their bigotry, those who praised the Moorish general Othello’s military successes now reject his marriage to Desdemona. The newlyweds are determined to overcome all obstacles, but Othello’s assignment in an exotic new location draws them into the web of his lieutenant Iago, whose resentment and demons know no bounds.

Tom Jones, a foundling, is brought up by the kindly Mr. Allworthy as if he were his own son. Forced to leave the house as a young man after tales of his disgraceful behavior reach his benefactor's ears, he sets out in utter despair, not only because of his banishment but because he has now lost all hope of gaining the hand of the beautiful Sophia. But she too is forced to flee her parental home to escape an undesirable marriage and their stories and adventures intertwine.

Dynamic traveling preacher Purlie Victorious Judson returns to his small Georgia town hoping to save Big Bethel, the community’s church, and emancipate the cotton pickers who work on oppressive Ol’ Cap’n Cotchipee’s plantation. With the assistance of Lutiebelle Gussie Mae Jenkins, in a Tony Award-winning performance by Kara Young, Purlie hopes to pry loose an inheritance due his long-lost cousin and use the money to restore his beloved church.

In Shakespeare's most controversial play, the opposing values of justice and mercy must be resolved. Antonio promises money to help his friend Bassanio woo Portia. He borrows the sum needed from the cruel Shylock, but there will be a dreadful penalty if the loan is not repaid. The golden world of Portia's Belmont calls forth some of Shakespeare's most lyrical love poetry. But the dark shadow of Shylock is never far from the heart of this brilliant comedy as it moves toward its courtroom climax.

Renowned for his wit, style and sophistication, Noël Coward was one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century. His plays, set in the glittering world of high society in which he lived, are much admired and have remained in the popular theatre repertoire to this day. This collection brings together the very best radio adaptation

Kirk, an impecunious artist of perfect physique, and Ruth, a spoilt heiress, were blissfully happy through their early days of marriage and the birth of their first son. But when Kirk returns from a trip to Columbia to find Ruth under the thumb of her Aunt Laura, an advocate of eugenics, parenting philosophies divide them. It takes a series of comic mishaps, featuring a galaxy of vintage Wodehouse characters, to retrieve the family’s happiness from the overbearing aunt.

"Chicken soup for the dark night of the soul. Heir apparent to the throne of Vincent Price and Boris Karloff, Bill Oberst Jr. does far more than just read spooky stories. He invites you on a thoughtful, dark journey with warmth and sophistication. Do yourself a favor and subscribe." (Apple Podcasts Review)

Writer and director David Hare is one of England's leading political dramatists, celebrated for his many award-winning plays analysing the morality of contemporary Britain. This collection comprises some of his most acclaimed pieces, as well as a fascinating radio interview with Hare himself.

"Ranger Bill" was a popular Christian radio adventure series from the 1950s and 1960s, produced by Moody Bible Institute (Moody Radio). It captivated audiences with thrilling tales of outdoor adventures, mystery, and moral lessons, all rooted in Christian values.Here's a breakdown of the series:Plot and Setting: The show is set in the fictional town of Knotty Pine, located in the Rocky Mountains. It follows the daring exploits of Ranger Bill Jefferson, a dedicated forest ranger, and his companions. Over 200 episodes were produced, detailing various situations Ranger Bill and his friends had to...

First broadcast on April 1st 1946, this dramatized version of Barnacle Bill stars Wallace Beery and Majorie Main.

"Ranger Bill" was a popular Christian radio adventure series from the 1950s and 1960s, produced by Moody Bible Institute (Moody Radio). It captivated audiences with thrilling tales of outdoor adventures, mystery, and moral lessons, all rooted in Christian values.Here's a breakdown of the series:Plot and Setting: The show is set in the fictional town of Knotty Pine, located in the Rocky Mountains. It follows the daring exploits of Ranger Bill Jefferson, a dedicated forest ranger, and his companions. Over 200 episodes were produced, detailing various situations Ranger Bill and his friends had to...

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Everly Heights, Ohio—where the past clings like smoke, and every escape route loops you back to Main Street. In each standalone episode of this scripted anthology, you'll hear stories set in Everly Heights about growing up, breaking down, and being pulled back to where it all began. Equal parts quirky and tender, these stories drift between the uncanny and the everyday—haunted theaters, fractured families, strange friendships, and the kind of hometown lore that follows you long after you’ve left. Everly Heights Tales is funny until it’s tragic, ordinary until it’s not, and always ...

Wild Bill rode "Buckshot," and Jingles rode "Joker." Guy Madison played Marshal Wild Bill Hickok on radio and TV, with Andy Devine as Jingles. Hollywood actors did the bad guys and townsfolk. Charlie Lion did the announcing, and was "Panhandle Jim" for the Corn Pops commercials.

This anthology series presents dramatized stories from the world of medicine, highlighting the dedication and challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Each episode offers a glimpse into the human side of medical practice.

This anthology series presents dramatized stories from the world of medicine, highlighting the dedication and challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Each episode offers a glimpse into the human side of medical practice.

This anthology series presents dramatized stories from the world of medicine, highlighting the dedication and challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Each episode offers a glimpse into the human side of medical practice.

This anthology series presents dramatized stories from the world of medicine, highlighting the dedication and challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Each episode offers a glimpse into the human side of medical practice.

This anthology series presents dramatized stories from the world of medicine, highlighting the dedication and challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Each episode offers a glimpse into the human side of medical practice.