Ruby’s Enchanted World

In Episode three of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, I narrate a passage from Chapter VIII, The Prelude. As gossip and suspicion circulate beneath the surface of a village tea gathering, Gilbert Markham finds himself torn between conviction and doubt, retreating at last into the solitude of the evening garden. The episode includes a short literary reflection of the tension between social conversation...

In this episode, I continue my reading of Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Brontë in a passage in which quiet reverie gives way to sudden encounter and misunderstanding. As Gilbert Markham lingers near Wildfell Hall, imagination is interrupted by reality, and first impressions begin to shape what follows. Included in this episode are a short introduction and a gentle mindfulness exercise inspired b...

In this episode, I read the fragile letter from The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Brontë, stepping into a world of memory, reflection, and quiet realisation. The story itself was remarkable for its time, daring and controversial. It explores a woman’s struggle for independence, her pursuit of self-respect, and the courage to defy the expectations of society. Includes a meditation inspired by the...

In Metamorphoses, Ovid tells the tale of Actaeon, a young hunter whose fate is sealed by a single accidental glance. The story turns on fragile boundaries between mortal and divine, on the danger and power of the gaze, and on the rapid unravelling of identity through transformation. In this episode, Actaeon Transformation Reimagined: Metamorphosis of the Mind, we look beyond the surface of the myt...

Building on my earlier discussion of authenticity through The Princess and the Pea , I now turn to Aesop’s fable The Apes and the Travellers . This narrative, grounded in the enduring voice of nature, illustrates the fragility of appearances when tested by changing circumstances. Aesop’s ancient wisdom underscores the distinction between performance and essence, inviting us to question how authent...

In this episode I narrate ‘The Princess and the Pea’ by Hans Christian Andersen. I reflect on what it means to be authentic and offer a meditation based on the fairy tale. (Music by Erokia Ambient-Wave-73) Follow me on instagram@robertagottiactress Website www.robertagotti.com Angel readings www.themodernpsychics.com

Halloween Special ‘Meditation with an owl’ watch my videos on tick tock@themodernpsychics7 Book a reading www.themodernpsychics.com Music: free sound/skynemeditationsound https://www.robertagotti.com https://www.instagram.com/robertagottiactress

Hans Christian Andersen ‘The Ugly Duckling’ a fairy tale on self acceptance and embracing our unique beauty and gifts. Narrated by Roberta Gotti text Hans Christian Andersen Sound Owdeo-remix1b-icebox-black swan-freesound Timbre-Stargazer-freesound Check out my films Instagram @robertagottiactress links in bio Some research material from O. Tearle analysis on Andersen fairy tales https://www.insta...

The second and final part of ‘Thoughts on Macbeth’ tells the story of Macbeth by William Shakespeare with Actress notes, ideas and processes. Includes monologues from Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Hecate and Lady MacDuff. Monologues: ‘If it were done…’ Macbeth, Act 1 scene 7 ‘Partner of greatness…’ Lady Macbeth Act 1 scene 5 ‘Have given suck…’ Lady Macbeth, Act 1 scene 7 ‘Sleep no more…’ Macbeth, Act 2 s...

Thoughts on Shakespeare Macbeth Part 1: Actress notes, ideas and thoughts sparked by working on the play. Music by Erokia Voices Witch 1 Natasha Anne Kelleher, Witch 2 Lily Rose, Witch 3, Lady Macbeth, Banquo Roberta Gotti. Watch the art film on Instagram@robertagottiactress

A few notes on Ibsen Ghosts

The Snow Queen fairy tale by Christian Andersen is a tale in 7 stories. These can be viewed as 7 steps to find our capacity to love. The seven steps explained plus some personal thoughts.

The seventh story in the Snow Queen fairy tale. Gerda and Kai are reunited plus some thoughts.

We are nearly at the end of Gerda’s journey to the Snow Queen’s Palace. She meets a Lapp woman and a Finn woman who give her words of advice and courage. Plus some notes on voice and my recent performance at the Cockpit Theatre in London

This is the 5th story in Gerda’s journey to the Snow Queen’s palace. It tells of her encounter with a little robber girl who is full of surprises. I also talk about my new play (work in progress) ‘Salamander’.

In this episode I narrate the 4th story in the Snow Queen fairy tale about a prince, princess and two crows. I also talk about the crow and some of the meanings attributed to this totem animal.

In this Episode I talk about the myth of Arethusa, I also reflect on relationships and the fawning response plus I tell of a personal experience of everyday metamorphosis.

In this episode I narrate the third story in the Snow Queen fairy tale journey plus my thoughts on the 1948 film ‘The red Shoes’, I read a poem by Daisaku Ikeda from flowers of hope and a channeled meditation : travelling with the presence.

The Snow Queen fairy tale is divided in 7 stories. This is the second story and is called ‘A little boy and a little girl’ in this podcast I talk about some of the images that stood out to me. I am an actress with a background in fine art find more samples of my work on www.robertagottiactress.com, you tube and Instagram @robertagottiactress links in bio

The snow queen fairy tale by Christian Andersen can be viewed as a metaphor for a quest to find inner love. In this episode I narrate the first part of the tale which deals with a mirror and it’s fragments. www. Roberta Gotti.com Instagram robertagottiactress

This is the final episode of this series. It includes a comedy/drama piece I’ve written called ‘Blue Eyes Blues and Lies’ and a fairy tale ‘The Three Lovers’ (New Mexico) included in the book of fairy tales by Angela Carter.

In this episode I narrate Russian tale Vasilisa the Beautiful and Thomas Malory’s The marriage of Sir Gawain and Lady Rangel. The first tale a metaphor for female liberation and the power of nature. The latter a tale of female sovereignty. Also I interview writer and film maker Tony Hickson I collaborated with Tony on many projects our website www.savage amusement. Wordpress.com The episode is ded...

In Episode 3 of my podcast I will be talking about the value of looking within, being curious about ourselves and getting in touch with our intuition. Exploring the work of artist Pamela Colman Smith who illustrated the Rider Waite Tarot deck and supported the Suffragettes. Two fairytales ‘Skeleton Woman’ and ‘Fitchers Bird’ a Bluebeard variation. Also my poem inspired by the Lovers tarot and my m...

In this episode I will be introducing the character of Jane in my play Jane Sadeian and the orphan archetype according to Jung. A reading of the old folk tale the Maiden without hands by brothers Grimm as the heroine goes on a journey from disempowerment to empowerment. Plus a reading from Justine the misfortune of virtue: Octavie encounters four libertines.

Introducing my play Jane Sadeian and my work, De Sade’ s world and Angela Carter. Episode 1 includes a reading from Justine the misfortunes of virtue by De Sade.