Showing results for "Lucy" in Drama & Plays

Ashling is every busy parent’s dream: a professional nanny with experience and a warm, sunny attitude. But from the moment Mary hires her to look after her young children, things start to feel just a little...off. Are Mary’s stressful work schedule and lack of sleep playing games with her own sanity, or has she welcomed an unstable troublemaker into her home?

Follow the adventures of Larry and Eileen McQueen, as they explore the bogs and other escapades! - Summary by ShrimpPhish

In a thought-provoking new play, 13-year-old Lucy, who suffers from autism, moves in with her estranged, misanthropic mother. Having lived her entire life with her father, Lucy, as well as her mom, struggle with all the difficulties of such an arrangement.

In this riveting drama by acclaimed playwright Lucy Thurber, two gifted young men from the South Bronx - one Black and one Latino - compete for a life-changing scholarship at an elite university. Refusing to be defined by their circumstance, each man must find his own way out of his difficult past.

Anne teaches in her Canadian village of Avonlea, helps create a village improvement society, gets involved in neighbors’ problems and assists Marilla (her adoptive mom) in raising young orphan twins — Dora and Davy. Anne struggles against the philosophy of corporal punishment in the classroom, and there are a few romantic subplots. One involves an American student, Paul, whose mother is deceased and father has sent him to live with his grandmother. Anne happens upon Miss Lavendar, the woman originally engaged to Paul’s father, and happily sees the couple reunited..Become a supporter of ...

Join us for a captivating dramatic reading of Rilla of Ingleside, the heartwarming tale of resilience and growth set against the backdrop of World War I. Experience the journey of Rilla, a spirited young woman, as she navigates the challenges of love, family, and the changing world around her.

Join us for a captivating dramatic reading of Annes House of Dreams, where the enchanting world of Anne Shirley comes to life. Experience the beauty of her journey as she navigates love, friendship, and the joys of life in a quaint seaside town.

Rilla of Ingleside, by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Anne of Green Gables is all grown up and married, and this is the story of her daughter “Rilla”, named for the indomitable Marilla Cuthbert of Anne’s childhood. The young Rilla will need all her strength for the dark days ahead, as her coming of age will be in the midst of World War I. Her brothers and sweetheart will go to war, and not all of them will come back. Her sisters will become nurses, but Rilla herself is too young. What can she do back home to support the war effort? How can she be involved in doing good in her own backyard? What ...

Experience King Lear as a powerful full-cast drama with entertaining and enlightening commentary that explains what's what and who's who as the plot unfolds. To help you get the most out of Shakespeare, the narrator offers historical insights and background information, so you can enjoy the jokes, appreciate the references, and get a real sense of Shakespeare's world.

On the King Of Juhnt's second wedding, it was revealed that Lady Beaumont had ordered the assassination of Lucy Wickshire to take place that night, causing the wedding to disperse at record-breaking speed. The supposedly quiet night passed as high society hid for fear of being dragged in. When morning came, the entire Beaumont family, estate, staff and ant in the cupboard had disappeared. It is without saying that Lady Wickshire had a hand in this, but what remains unknown, is how she did it. So, without evidence and a slight reliance on accounts of those hours past midnight by Old Lady Trent ...

The onscreen pairing of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz is at the heart of one of the most popular TV shows in history. Who would have thought that to get on the air, they had to battle both a network and a sponsor who thought the show couldn't possibly succeed? Playwright Gregg Oppenheimer, son of I Love Lucy’s creator Jess Oppenheimer, spins the hilarious true story behind America’s beloved TV comedy.

Midnight Slow Burns Podcast has its own gravity — a slow, magnetic hour when the world loosens and secrets find voice. *Midnight, Slow Burn* lives in that space: elegant, immersive stories that unfurl in the hush between heartbeats. Each episode is a carefully stitched moment of longing, surprise, and quiet revelation — sound that feels like touch, narrative that nudges open hidden doors. Come with us as we unwind the first of many tales designed to captivate, comfort, and kindle that warm, persistent glow. Subscribe and let these nocturnal stories keep you company, illuminating the ...

The wonderful evolution of a caterpillar, or grub, into a beautifully winged creature must inspire admiration in everyone. More marvelous still is the growth of the human soul which in many respects resembles the development of the butterfly. It is this thought which has induced the author to attempt to depict the transformation of a careless maiden into noble womanhood. - Summary by Lucy Foster Madison

Mixing the colorful letters of Franz Liszt with some of his most ecstatic piano music, Odyssey of Love depicts his tempestuous relations with two fascinating women.

The intense relationships between Robert Schumann, his wife Clara, and Johannes Brahms are brought to vivid life through music and excerpts from their passionate writings. With the arrival of the young, dynamic Brahms into their household, the Schumanns’ fragile marriage is threatened by the deepening bond between Clara and their gifted guest.

'Maybe I've told that version of the story so often, that I can't remember the truth of it anymore.' Dara Gaffney is fresh out of drama school when she lands the leading role in the revival of Eabha de Lacey's hugely successful yet controversial play. Based on the true story of the death of...

An original drama spotlighting The Three Musketeers' iconic antagonist, Milady de Winter Young, beautiful and courageous, Milady de Winter is a cunning spy, talented thief, and ruthless killer. She glides with ease through the streets and gilded halls of 17th-century France and England, turning...

Immerse yourself in the idyllic world of "Rainbow Valley" by L.M. Montgomery with this dramatic reading podcast. Follow the Blythe children and their new friends in a series of heartwarming and adventurous tales set in the beautiful Rainbow Valley.

Return to the charming world of Avonlea with "Further Chronicles of Avonlea - A Dramatic Reading." This podcast brings to life more stories of the beloved characters created by L.M. Montgomery. Perfect for fans of Anne of Green Gables and those who love heartwarming tales of small-town life.

Enjoy the enchanting tales of "Chronicles of Avonlea - A Dramatic Reading," where the picturesque community of Avonlea and its charming inhabitants come to life. This podcast offers heartwarming stories filled with humor and nostalgia, perfect for fans of classic literature.