William Congreve

Way of the World

Arts EN ↓ 6 episodes

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure their marriage and Millamants substantial dowry. Their path is fraught with challenges, particularly from Millamants aunt, Lady Wishfort, a bitter woman intent on thwarting their union in favor of her...

Author

William Congreve

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Arts

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Latest episode

Jan 6, 2026

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Episodes

006 - Act 5 and Epilogue 06.01.2026

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure t...

005 - Act 4 06.01.2026

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure t...

004 - Act 3 06.01.2026

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure t...

003 - Act 2 06.01.2026

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure t...

002 - Act 1 06.01.2026

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure t...

001 - Introductory Section and Dramatis Personae 06.01.2026

The Way of the World, a brilliant play by British playwright William Congreve, made its debut in 1700 at the theatre in Lincolns Inn Fields, London. Celebrated as one of the finest examples of Restoration comedy, it continues to captivate audiences today. The story revolves around the two lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, who must navigate the complexities of love and social expectations to secure t...

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