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Exiles, a captivating play by James Joyce, is often overshadowed by his renowned novels. Initially rejected by W. B. Yeats for production at the Abbey Theatre, it finally found its voice in 1970 when Harold Pinter brought it to life at the Mermaid Theatre in London. The story revolves around a complex love triangle involving Richard Rowan, a Dublin writer returning from exile in Rome, his common-law wife Bertha, and his old friend Robert Hand, a journalist. The narrative draws intriguing parallels to Joyces own life, reflecting his experiences with Nora Barnacle in Trieste and mirroring the ...

Exiles is the only play written by James Joyce. It draws material from "The Dead", the final story in his famous short stories collection, Dubliners. It centers around four individuals - Richard, Robert, Bertha, and Beatrice - and the complex romantic entanglements between them as tensions rise and relationships are tested.

In the post-post-post-apocalyptic future, a young woman is exiled from the small religious enclave of Haven for a crime she did not commit. Lurking in the surreal horror of the wilds are beasts and fiends, but these monsters illuminate her past, her relationships, and the circumstances surrounding her exile. This is her audio diary.NOTE: This podcast is best enjoyed using headphones or earbuds.Written, performed, mixed, and produced by Kelly Nugent. Music composed by Analise Nelson.Support the show directly: ko-fi.com/exile Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Drama of Exile, Barrett delves into the profound theme of humanitys fall from Paradise into the wilderness, capturing the new and strange experiences that accompany this journey. Through a series of bizarre and lyrical scenes, the narrative powerfully explores the grief and guilt of Eve, the sorrowful pride of Lucifer, and the redemptive power of love. Join us for a captivating experience as we bring these timeless characters to life. (summary by Patrick Beverley, quotation from the preface)