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Where do you go to let your curiosity fly? The backyard, of course. The setting for this audio original program is the backyard of William Shatner’s Los Angeles home, where he and Neil deGrasse Tyson enjoy a powerful, open-hearted conversation steeped in wonder. Having become fast friends and verbal sparring partners, the two men discuss the quest for knowledge that has driven human exploration and discovery over centuries, drawing from historical and contemporary examples.

Hamlet is commonly regarded as one of the greatest plays ever written. Drawing on Danish chronicles and the Elizabethan vogue for revenge tragedy, Shakespeare created a play that is at once a philosophic treatise, a family drama, and a supernatural thriller. In the wake of his father's death, Prince Hamlet finds that his Uncle Claudius has swiftly taken the throne and married his mother, Queen Gertrude. The ghost of the dead king then appears and charges Claudius with 'murder most foul.' Hamlet is called to revenge his father's death: but will he be able to act before it is too late?View our ...

In this BBC full-cast production, the ghost of Hamlet's father orders him to kill the man who took his life, his throne and his wife: Claudius. In a tale of caution, tragedy and revenge, Hamlet is driven to madness by his mission and his father's legacy. Michael Sheen stars as Hamlet, with...

A second wonderful collection of Just William stories, selected and read by Martin Jarvis. Richmal Crompton’s stories featuring irrepressible schoolboy William Brown have been firm favourites with both young and old for decades. Perpetually scruffy, mud-stained and mischievous, he is a lovable scamp whose pranks usually end in disaster - for his harassed elders at least. With friends Ginger, Douglas and Henry (the Outlaws) and the angelic thorn in his side, the lisping Violet Elizabeth Bott, William has rightly joined the literary and radio immortals.

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.

In this BBC full-cast production, Othello is drawn further and further into jealous rage by the manipulative Iago. In this story of evil cunning perverting a once noble mind, radio captures Iago's sly hints and boasts to the audience with shocking clarity. The listener is led along an emotional...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic prose and verse read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time...

Now available as an audiobook for the first time! No one knows the writer's Hollywood more intimately than William Goldman. Two-time Academy Award-winning screenwriter and the bestselling author of Marathon Man, Tinsel, Boys and Girls Together, and other novels, Goldman now takes you into...

Dive into the hilarity of The Comedy of Errors, one of William Shakespeares earliest and shortest plays, crafted between 1592 and 1594. This farcical comedy brings to life the chaotic tale of two sets of identical twins, inadvertently separated at birth. When Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant Dromio arrive in Ephesus, they unknowingly stumble into the lives of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and Dromio of Ephesus. The ensuing chaos spirals into a whirlwind of slapstick humor, mistaken identities, wrongful beatings, near-seduction, and wild accusations of theft, infidelity, and ...

William Esper, one of the leading acting teachers of our time, explains and extends Sanford Meisner's legendary technique, offering a clear, concrete, step-by-step approach to becoming a truly creative actor.Esper worked closely with Meisner for seventeen years and has spent decades developing...

Lydia (Aja Naomi King) and Henry (Jason Butler Harner)’s dinner guests (Madeline Brewer and William Jackson Harper) are about to arrive when Henry’s spontaneous marriage proposal threatens to burn the evening to a crisp. Wine bottles and years of unspoken tensions are uncorked, and before the evening is through, Lydia must confront her long-held fears and feelings if she’s going to commit to a future with Henry.

In the heart of London, a young man named Owen Biddulph finds himself captivated by a striking young woman harboring a shadowy past. As her secrets unravel, Owen must confront the chilling possibility that her history could lead to his own peril. Is she the love he has been waiting for, or is she a danger lurking in disguise? A mysterious clergyman cautions him to stay away from her, warning that ignoring his advice could cost him everything. What dark influence does this enchanting woman wield? Discover the thrilling narrative penned by one of the masters of mystery, William Le Queux, with an...

Discover the captivating tale of Pericles, Prince of Tyre, a Jacobean play that weaves themes of adventure, loss, and redemption. Although its authorship is partially attributed to William Shakespeare, modern scholars agree that he penned the majority of this enchanting story—827 lines that follow the gripping journey of Pericles and his daughter Marina. The first two acts, rich with the trials and tribulations of Pericles voyages, are thought to have been written by the lesser-known George Wilkins. Join us as we delve into this complex narrative that has intrigued audiences for centuries. (...

Step back into the tumultuous world of Shakespeares Henriad with the enthralling sequel to Henry IV, Part 1. Set against the backdrop of the aftermath of the Battle of Shrewsbury, this gripping tale follows the Earl of Northumberland as he seeks vengeance for his son Hotspurs death at the hands of Prince Hal. As discontent brews among the nobles, Falstaff—now richer and more audacious than ever—continues his drunken escapades in Eastcheap, drawing the ire of Mistress Quickly and the affections of Doll Tearsheet. Meanwhile, Prince Hal grapples with his fathers declining health and the ...

Published in 1605 under the title The London Prodigal, this play was performed by the Kings Majestys servants and later included in the 3rd and 4th Shakespeare folios. However, Tucker Brooke, the author of *The Shakespeare Apocrypha*, argues against the plays authenticity, stating that it lacks Shakespeares renowned psychological insight and moral depth. As he puts it, any theory which supports the plays authenticity may safely be branded as utterly untenable. Join us as we explore this intriguing work and delve into its themes of morality and the prodigal son archetype. - Summary by ToddHW

Dive into Shakespeares intriguing problem play, Troilus and Cressida, set against the backdrop of the Trojan War. As the Chorus proclaims, the story unfolds in the middle of this epic conflict, weaving together the intensity of battle with the tender romance of Troilus and Cressida. While Agamemnon and his cunning Greek allies, particularly the persuasive Ulysses, strive to persuade the legendary Achilles to return to the fight, the Trojan intermediary Pandarus seeks to unite Troilus, the son of King Priam, with his enchanting niece, Cressida. Join us for this captivating exploration of love ...

Step into the world of Shakespeare’s iconic second Henriad as we witness the thrilling journey of King Henry V, a leader whose evolution from the carefree prince of Henry IV to a determined monarch is nothing short of remarkable. Persuaded by the English clergy of his ancestral claim to the French throne, Henry faces the haughty Dauphins mockery, symbolized by a gift of tennis balls. In response, he boldly commands the invasion of France, igniting a fierce and costly conflict that becomes the backdrop for one of Shakespeare’s most patriotic narratives. Through Henry, we explore the themes ...

Falstaffs Wedding (1760 and 1766) is an intriguing play by William Kenrick, serving as a sequel to the beloved works of Shakespeare, specifically Henry IV, Part 2 and The Merry Wives of Windsor. The play carries forward familiar characters from Shakespeares narratives but introduces a gripping twist. The first version, published in 1760, presents a serious plot centered around a conspiracy to kill Henry V of England, which did not resonate well with audiences in its 1766 presentation. In response to the lukewarm reception, Kenrick crafted a completely revised version later that year, ...

In the aftermath of Richard IIs downfall, Shakespeares captivating Henriad unfolds with King Henry IV, Part 1, a play rich in political intrigue and personal conflict. As King Henry IV grapples with a growing divide between himself and the rebellious Percys, tensions escalate when young Hotspur confronts him over the fate of ransomed prisoners from a recent battle. The Percys, in collaboration with the Welsh and Scots, plot their uprising against the throne. Meanwhile, Henry’s wayward son, Prince Hal, is lost in a world of taverns and highwaymen, finding companionship in the roguish Sir John...