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Fresh off the success of her groundbreaking first play, A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry's The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window tells the tragicomic story of a young bohemian couple in New York's Greenwich Village, struggling to do what's right in a world that rewards everything that's wrong. Sidney is a dreamer who wants his own Walden Pond; Iris is a budding actress whose own backstory is a performance. They're caught in a moment where, "the world is about to crack right down the middle," as the play tackles racism, sexism, antisemitism, homophobia, liberal complacency, and more.

It’s Christmas Eve, and Lara anxiously anticipates the arrival of her sister, Cleo, so she can reveal a shocking family secret that has been haunting Lara since their mother’s death. By confronting revelations about their grandfather’s shameful past, Lara is hopeful that she and Cleo can make reparations and exorcise this ghost from their lives. The ghost, however, won’t be appeased so easily....

What happens when “The show must go on!”meets a global pandemic? In this illuminating four-part podcast, host Faith Salie looks at the lives affected by 2020’s shutdown of Broadway and the subsequent reopening of productions there and across the country.

Imogen, the daughter of King Cymbeline, is persecuted by her wicked stepmother, the Queen, and by Cloten, the Queen's doltish son. Disguised as a boy, she sets out to find her husband, the banished Posthumus. On her journey, she unwittingly meets her two brothers, stolen from the court as infants. Posthumus, meanwhile, has been convinced by the villainous Iachimo that Imogen is unchaste and agrees to a test of her faithfulness.

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Harry Shearer’s fantasy about a World’s Fair held in Kansas City. Told in quick blackouts, it resembles a profane Simpsons episode. An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Fran Adams, David Arnott, Lewis Arquette, James Avery, Hank Azaria, Dan Castellaneta, Timothy Fall, David L. Lander, Tom Leopold, Edie McClurg, Julie Payne, Mary Kay Place, John Randolph, Erika Schickel, Harry Shearer, and Fred Willard. Directed by Harry Shearer. Recorded before a live audience in February, 1995.

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queer love story - fiction romance - Baby, Don’t Shoot is a gay romance audiobook about a Luigi Mangione type written by Sally Strait & performed by Grey Traynor (Instagram @greytraynor)If the story moved you, consider supporting this podcast at buymeacoffee.com/sallystrait We post an episode every Wednesday and the story will be completed around 20 episodes.Listener discretion advisedThis is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, ...

Set against the backdrop of rural England just after the First World War, Skin Game unfolds in three acts as a comic tragedy exploring the clash of two contrasting families. On one side, theres Squire Hillcrist, an old-money landowner struggling to maintain his estate and family, which includes his spirited daughter, Jill, and devoted wife, Amy. On the other, the Hornblowers, a wealthy industrial family led by the ambitious Hornblower, threaten to disrupt the delicate balance of their world by displacing the long-standing Jackman family and encroaching upon Hillcrists land with factories. This...

Step into the glamorous world of high fashion with this captivating Victorian-era dramedy, adapted by the talented playwright and critic John Oxenford from Eugene Scribe and Ernst Legouvé’s “Les doigts de fée” (“Fairy Fingers”). Originally staged by the Comédie-Française in 1861, the story follows an impoverished young noblewoman who shocks her aristocratic relatives by choosing to forge her own path in the bustling fashion industry. Adopting a false identity, she becomes one of Paris’ most coveted couturiers, embroiled in a whirlwind of mistaken identities and romantic ...

Mrs. Warrens Profession, a provocative play by George Bernard Shaw, first graced the London stage in 1902, only to be quickly banned after two performances due to its controversial themes. The story revolves around a former prostitute turned madam who grapples with her estranged daughter’s disapproval. Shaw compellingly argues that prostitution stems not from moral failings but from economic necessity, while also critiquing the hypocrisy of a society that profits from illicit trades yet condemns them. This tension between societal values and personal choices made the play a target for ...

Experience Thomas Holcrofts captivating English translation of Pierre Beaumarchais groundbreaking French play, which he attended nine times during its original 1784 staging in Paris. This witty satire delves into the romantic antics and societal issues of its time, serving as a precursor to Mozarts iconic 1796 opera. Amidst the turbulence leading up to the French Revolution, Beaumarchais faced immense challenges getting his work past censors, yet it captivated audiences, including the aristocracy, who recognized its bold themes of class conflict. The play boldly showcases a commoner, Figaro, ...

Dive into the world of The Belles Stratagem, a captivating response to George Farquhars The Beaux Stratagem. Written by Hannah Cowley in 1780, this play features dynamic female characters who challenge societal norms and expectations. With its sharp wit and engaging dialogue, the story provides a refreshing perspective on love and intrigue. Join us for a remarkable performance brought to life by an incredible cast, narrated by ToddHW.

Step into the enchanting world of Shakespeares As You Like It, a delightful pastoral comedy that was penned and first graced the stage around 1599. This timeless tale weaves together beloved themes a brave heroine disguised as a man, a witty fool with sharp observations, brothers battling for power, and a captivating journey from the royal court to the rustic countryside, all punctuated by an array of romantic entanglements. Join us for a lively exploration of love, identity, and the joys of life in the woods, beautifully narrated by Elizabeth Klett.

Dive into the enchanting yet complex world of Alls Well That Ends Well, where fairy tales intertwine with the harsh realities of life. This captivating story follows a humble physicians daughter who travels to Paris with a noble mission to heal the King. In exchange, she requests a husband—not for the King himself, but for the elusive Count Rousillon, a man connected to her familys past. Their marriage, however, takes a tumultuous turn as the Count shuns his new wife and heads off to war. Undeterred, she embarks on a daring journey to reclaim her husband, employing clever ruses to navigate ...

Step into the enchanting world of Shakespeares As You Like It, a beloved pastoral comedy brimming with mistaken identities, sharp wit, and the complexities of love. When Rosalind, the daughter of a banished duke, escapes the court and disguises herself as a man in the Forest of Arden, she finds herself in a captivating game of love. As her true love Orlando arrives in the forest, she cleverly courts him while keeping her identity a secret. Amidst the romantic entanglements—where Phebe falls for her disguise and Silvius longs for Phebe—Jacques reflects on lifes absurdities, and Touchstone ...

A podcast feed showcasing the audio drama output from Near FM, a community radio station in North Dublin Ireland.