John Vanbrugh
Provoked Wife- A Comedy
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
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Episodes
Woman's Way-Thompson Buchanan 07.11.2026 3:00:40
Woman's Way by Thompson Buchanan. "A Woman's Way" belongs to a class of comedy curiously rare on our native stage in recent seasons, the comedy of smart people, with a flavor of character study to give it dignity." "In this comedy, it is "inevitable" that the wife and the other woman should meet in the presence of the husband, and that they should come to open grapple under the very eyes of the au...
Hobby-Horse-Arthur Wing Pinero 24.08.2026 2:59:22
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Love Chase-James Sheridan Knowles 23.08.2026 2:14:27
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Lady Frederick, a Comedy in Three Acts-W. Somerset Maugham 22.08.2026 2:16:28
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Phormio; or, The Scheming Parasite-Terence 21.08.2026 2:05:42
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Amphitryon; or, Jupiter in Disguise-Titus Maccius Plautus 20.08.2026 2:15:01
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Devil's Disciple-George Bernard Shaw 19.08.2026 2:47:17
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Perjur'd Husband, or The Adventures of Venice-Susanna Centlivre 18.08.2026 1:59:25
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Midsummer Night's Dream-William Shakespeare 17.08.2026 2:04:29
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Fanny's First Play-George Bernard Shaw 16.08.2026 3:00:10
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Stolen Heiress-Susanna Centlivre 15.08.2026 2:14:34
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Bold Stroke for a Husband-Hannah Cowley 11.08.2026 2:48:15
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
One-Act Play Collection 015-Various 10.08.2026 6:23:06
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Rocket-Arthur Wing Pinero 10.08.2026 2:33:21
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
Hernani-Victor Hugo 08.08.2026 3:31:27
Hernani by Victor Hugo is a powerful exploration of love, honor, and rebellion set against the backdrop of 16th-century Spain. The story encapsulates the fervor of youthful passion and the struggle against societal constraints, making it a timeless reflection on the human spirit's desire for freedom. Hugo's masterful use of language and dramatic tension invites listeners to contemplate the endurin...
Menaechmi; or, The Twin Brothers-Titus Maccius Plautus 07.08.2026 2:08:11
"Menaechmi; or, The Twin Brothers" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a timeless comedic tale that explores the themes of mistaken identity and the chaos that ensues when two identical twins, separated at birth, unknowingly cross paths. This enduring work highlights the complexities of human relationships and the humorous misunderstandings that can arise from them. Its exploration of identity and the bon...
Tom Cobb; or Fortune's Toy-W. S. Gilbert 07.08.2026 1:36:50
"Tom Cobb; or Fortune's Toy" by W. S. Gilbert is a captivating exploration of fortune and fate through the lens of comedy. This delightful tale invites listeners to reflect on the whims of chance and the unpredictable nature of life, showcasing how fortune can often be a fickle companion. Its themes of ambition, desire, and the quest for happiness remain timeless, reminding us that the pursuit of...
Birds-Aristophanes 06.08.2026 1:58:33
"Birds" by Aristophanes is a timeless comedic masterpiece that explores themes of idealism, community, and the human desire for freedom. Through its clever dialogue and satirical wit, the play invites listeners to reflect on the absurdities of societal norms and the pursuit of happiness. Aristophanes' sharp observations about human nature and the quest for utopia resonate even today, reminding us...
Fanny and the Servant Problem-Jerome K. Jerome 05.08.2026 2:33:09
Fanny and the Servant Problem by Jerome K. Jerome explores the humorous intricacies of domestic life and the challenges that arise from managing servants. This witty tale delves into the social dynamics and comedic misunderstandings that can occur in the household, highlighting the often absurd nature of human interactions. Its exploration of class relations and the quest for domestic harmony rema...
005 - Act V and Epilogue 18.11.2025 57:04
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
004 - Act IV 18.11.2025 47:20
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
003 - Act III 18.11.2025 51:34
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
002 - Act II 18.11.2025 33:22
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
001 - Prologue and Act I 18.11.2025 31:41
In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller
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