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by David Adjmi (Author)From David Adjmi the virtuosic playwright dubbed one of the "best and most original theatre artists of a generation" by Vogue come a wholly original one-woman show. Elective Affinities takes the audience into the apartment of Alice a witty octogenarian offering a funny and savage portrait of cultured life promising to initiate a vital discourse about what it means to be civilized. Number of Pages: 18 Dimensions: 0.04 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: December 31, 2014

Christmas Plays for Small Churches: Easily Produced, Bible Based Christmas Programs for Small Congregations

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Report copyright infringementby David W. Christine (Author)Are you looking for a last minute Christmas play?Look no further, the play "The Christmas Surprise" is a no-rehearsal play that can be produced within forty-eight hours. The actors are drawn from the audience on the morning of the play. This is a hilarious play where the actors themselves do not know what is coming next. This makes for the surprise. The play itself is very funny but it has a surprise ending which makes the message ver...

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by Amy Herzog (Author)A quietly devastating play... Both a perceptive drama depicting the sudden fraying of a young marriage and a nail-biting psychological thriller... Belleville is among the most suspenseful plays I've seen in years. - Charles Isherwood, New York Times Masterly... Among the new crop of young American playwrights, Herzog is in a class by herself. - Richard Zoglin, Time Abby and Zack, young American newlyweds, have abandoned a comfortable postgraduate life in the states for B...

Modern and Contemporary Black British Drama - Paperback

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by Mary Brewer (Author), Lynette Goddard (Author), Deirdre Osborne (Author)This indispensable overview of modern black British drama spans seven decades of distinctive playwriting from the 1950s to the present. Interweaving social and cultural context with close critical analysis of key dramatists' plays, leading scholars explore how these dramatists have created an enduring, transformative and diverse cultural presence.Author BiographyMary F. Brewer is Senior Lecturer in English and Drama at...

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by Eboni Booth (Author)Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Primary Trust is an arresting character study of an isolated man finding the courage to expand his world and begin again.38-year-old Kenneth lives a comfortable life of routine in suburban New York: after days spent working at a used bookstore, he whiles away his evenings knocking back mai tais with his best friend Burt at the local tiki bar. But when the long-time bookstore owner decides to close up shop for good, Kenneth pa...

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Schoch (Author)An "incisive...heartwarming" (The New York Times Book Review) exploration of the powerful and universal lessons from the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim, the genius behind such musical theater masterworks as Company, West Side Story, and Into the Woods. Stephen Sondheim died on November 26, 2021, but for countless fans around the world, he is "still here," to quote one of his lyrics. With acclaimed revivals of his landmark shows occu...

Performing Shakespeare on an Endangered Planet

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Report copyright infringementby Katherine Steele Brokaw (Author), Elizabeth Freestone (Author)Given the many environmental crises facing the planet, we need to use all tools to address them, including Shakespearean theatre. This Element explains why Shakespeare is well-positioned to be an eco-playwright, how theatre-makers can adapt his plays to matter now, and how to make more ecological the many processes of Shakespearean theatre, from set design to performing outdoors. The co-authors are b...

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Report copyright infringementby Laura Ashe (Author)Chaucer's Ethical Philosophy argues that Chaucer's fictions engage with the most urgent questions of modern political and moral philosophy. Close analysis of Troilus and Criseyde, the Canterbury Tales, and the Book of the Duchess reveals the ways in which Chaucer anticipates modern philosophical debates, using his fictions to explore the ethics of subjectivity and recognition, agency and moral responsibility; concerns that Chaucer experimenta...

Stella Adler on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov

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Report copyright infringementby Stella Adler (Author), Barry Paris (Editor)An original member of the famed Group Theater, Stella Adler was one of the most influential artists to come out of the American theater. As a Stanislavsky disciple and founder of her own highly esteemed acting conservatory, the extravagant actress was also an eminent acting teacher, training her students--among them Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, and Robert DeNiro--in the art of script interpretation. The classic lectures c...

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Report copyright infringementby William Shakespeare (Author), Jonathan Crewe (Editor), Jonathan Crewe (Introduction by)The acclaimed Pelican Shakespeare series edited by A. R. Braunmuller and Stephen Orgel The legendary Pelican Shakespeare series features authoritative and meticulously researched texts paired with scholarship by renowned Shakespeareans. Each book includes an essay on the theatrical world of Shakespeare's time, an introduction to the individual play, and a detailed note on th...

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Report copyright infringementby G. Koinonia (Author)"Sunrise On The Reaping" is an immersive journey into a village bound by the mysterious rhythm of the land and the pulse that governs life itself. Mara, a young and perceptive guardian, rises to lead her people through the challenges of the reaping-a series of fissures that test courage, unity, and intuition. The book captures the delicate balance between human determination and the enduring forces of nature, offering readers a tale of suspe...

The Emperor of Gladness: A gripping tale of courage, destiny, and the eternal struggle between what is and what must be.

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Report copyright infringementby G. Koinonia (Author)The Emperor of Gladness tells the story of Kael, a ruler who inherited an empire bathed in joy yet built upon the denial of sorrow. Known across the lands as the Emperor of Gladness, he enforced happiness upon his people, believing that joy alone could sustain peace. But when a dark force rises from the rivers and forests, threatening to consume his kingdom with despair, Kael must confront the consequences of a lifetime spent silencing grief...

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Report copyright infringementby Jean Racine (Author), Robert Bruce Boswell (Author)Jean Racine's "Phaedra" stands as a cornerstone of classical French tragedy, drawing upon rich threads of mythology to weave a tale of devastating passion and inescapable fate. This play, a masterpiece of dramatic literature, explores the destructive power of forbidden desires and the agonizing consequences of moral conflict. Rooted in ancient themes, "Phaedra" delves into the complexities of human nature, offe...

The Essential Classics: An Anthology of Greco-Roman Literature

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Report copyright infringementby Claire Lecomte Lapp (Editor), Anya Leonard (Foreword by), Van Byran (Introduction by)An expansive and complete anthology of ancient literature is at your fingertips. Spanning one thousand years of literature and history, The Essential Classics is your portal into the days of antiquity. From Homer to Marcus Aurelius, The Essential Classics finds the most irreplaceable selections from 32 of the ancient world's most celebrated names. Included among these are: Hom...

The Foundations of English Literature: An Anthology of Pre-Restoration British Literature

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Report copyright infringementby A. M. Rain (Editor)The best literature holds a mirror up to the society that produces it. By studying early literary texts, we learn about people of the past-from their sacred rituals to their love lives. We watch them handle universal struggles like grief, social change, alienation, doubt, and loss of faith. Likewise, literature can change society. Beowulf helped establish a unified English identity and culture by relaying the adventures of its hero; William S...

In the Heart of America: And Other Plays - Paperback

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by Naomi Wallace (Author)Naomi Wallace's plays speak the underside of life. Her characters suffer and survive against the enormous weight of the times with a dignity that inspires. Her work challenges the audience and reader to reexamine the conflicts and meaning of our everyday lives through her singular, poetic imagery and language.Includes: One Flea SpareIn the Heart of AmericaSlaughter CityThe War BoysThe Trestle at Pope's CreekAuthor BiographyNaomi Wallace is from Kentucky. She was a 199...

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by John Patrick Shanley (Author)"A superb new drama written by John Patrick Shanley. It is an inspired study in moral uncertainty with the compellingly certain structure of an old-fashioned detective drama. Even as Doubt holds your conscious attention as an intelligently measured debate play, it sends off stealth charges that go deeper emotionally. One of the year's ten best."--Ben Brantley, The New York Times" The] #1 show of the year. How splendid it feels to be trusted with such passionate...

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Report copyright infringementby Eric Partridge (Author)This classic work fully explains the whole range of sexual, scatological language and allusion in Shakespeare's works. Consisting of an alphabetical glossary with cross-references, this book helps the modern reader to make sense of the bawdy.Author BiographyEric Partridge (1884-1979) was the author of some three dozen books, mainly on the aspects of the English language. Stanley Wells is an eminent Shakespearean scholar and the general ed...

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Report copyright infringementby Oscar Wilde (Author)The Importance of Being Earnest is a play by Oscar Wilde that was first performed in 1895. The play is a satire of Victorian society and its values, particularly the importance placed on social status, wealth, and marriage. The plot revolves around two friends, Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff, who lead double lives in order to escape the constraints of their social obligations. Jack pretends to be his own fictitious brother, Ernest, in ...

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Report copyright infringementby Oscar Wilde (Author)Lady Windermere's Fan is a play written by Oscar Wilde, first performed in 1892. The story takes place in London in the late 19th century and follows the character of Lady Windermere, a young and beautiful woman who is married to Lord Windermere. Lady Windermere is known for her strict morals and high standards, but her world is turned upside down when she discovers that her husband may be having an affair with a mysterious woman named Mrs. ...

All the World's Your Stage Shakespeare for Today: Discover the World of Shakespeare Through 8 of His Most Famous Plays

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Report copyright infringementby Farah Karim-Cooper (Author)Eight exciting Shakespeare retellings for kids, alongside the story of his life and the history of Tudor London, all beautifully illustrated. Introduce your child to the work of William Shakespeare in this gorgeous treasury for all the family to enjoy. By expertly reimagining eight of the Bard's most famous plays, Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper breathes new life into these well-loved works, making them highly engaging for a new generation of ...

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Report copyright infringementby Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara (Author), Keith Negley (Illustrator)Director, writer, editor, producer . . . Steven Spielberg is the person behind some of the most celebrated films ever made. Little People, BIG DREAMS Steven Spielberg is an empowering testament to believing in yourself and following your childhood dream.Little Steven was six when he first went to the cinema. Although he didn't understand the story, he was captivated by the beauty of the moving pict...

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by William Shakespeare (Author), William Rosen (Editor), Barbara Rosen (Editor)The Signet Classics edition of Shakespeare's timeless tragedy of conspiracy and betrayal. In the first of his Roman history plays, the Bard tells the story of the murder of emperor Julius Caesar and the gruesome aftermath as ancient Rome descends into a violent mob. This title in the Signet Classics Shakespeare series includes: - An overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater- A special introduction to the p...

Julius Caesar: No Fear Shakespeare Deluxe Student Editions - Shakespeare Side-By-Side Plain English - Paperback

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by William Shakespeare (Author), Sparknotes (Author)Shakespeare everyone can understand--now in this new EXPANDED edition of JULIUS CAESAR! Why fear Shakespeare? By placing the words of the original play next to line-by-line translations in plain English, this popular guide makes Shakespeare accessible to everyone. And now it features expanded literature guide sections that help students study smarter. The expanded sections include: Five Key Questions: Five frequently asked questions about...

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by William Shakespeare (Author), J. A. Bryant (Editor)The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare's timeless story of star-crossed lovers. One of the Bard's most popular plays, this is both the quintessential story of young love and a cautionary tale of the tragedy that can occur when the forces of passion and familial pride are at odds. This title in the Signet Classics Shakespeare series includes: - An overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater- A special introduction to the ...

Much ADO about Cooking: Delicious Shakespearean Feasts for Every Occasion

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Report copyright infringementby Sam Bilton (Author)'This book is not simply a collection of recipes: it is a work of art.' Michelle Terry From patties and platters to sweet dishes and tarts, Shakespeare's plays are full of delicious food. With as-yet-unseen recipes from The Globe archives and new recipes inspired by the Bard, Much Ado about Cooking is a delightful celebration of delicious dishes that capture the spirit of Shakespeare's literary work and life in the Elizabethan era. Featuring ...

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Report copyright infringementby Theresa Rebeck (Author)In a dying plant shop in a dying neighborhood, Roger receives a visitor from the past: Megan, the local screw-up, just out of rehab. He wants nothing to do with this disaster. Rebeck's signature wit, intelligence, and depth brings us a riveting play that asks - Can a soul beyond saving be saved? Number of Pages: 100 Dimensions: 0.21 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: June 09, 2025

Shakespeare: Invention of the Human: The Invention of the Human - Paperback

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by Harold Bloom (Author)"The indispensable critic on the indispensable writer." -Geoffrey O'Brien, New York Review of Books A landmark achievement as expansive, erudite, and passionate as its renowned author, this book is the culmination of a lifetime of reading, writing about, and teaching Shakespeare. Preeminent literary critic-and ultimate authority on the western literary tradition, Harold Bloom leads us through a comprehensive reading of every one of the dramatist's plays, brilliantly ...

Long Day's Journey Into Night - Paperback

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by Eugene O'Neill (Author)Winner of the 1957 Pulitzer Prize in Drama "The definitive edition."--Boston Globe Eugene O'Neill's autobiographical play Long Day's Journey into Night is regarded as his finest work. First published by Yale University Press in 1956, it won the Pulitzer Prize in 1957 and has since sold more than one million copies. This edition includes a Foreword by Harold Bloom, in which he writes: "By common consent, Long Day's Journey into Night is Eugene O'Neill's masterpiece. ...

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by William Shakespeare (Author)This edition of Antony and Cleopatra is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work. About the Series: Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shak...

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Report copyright infringementby Lisa Masse Bremmer (Author)In the heart of Washington, D.C., a young woman's journey unfolds as she confronts political corruption and family secrets, transforming from an ambitious assistant into a fierce advocate for justice, sustainability, and reform, embodying resilience and empowerment.Gabriella Caloroso's story is a compelling exploration of personal growth set against the backdrop of political intrigue. As a recent graduate of New York University, Gabri...

Our Town and the Cosmic One-Acts: The Long Christmas Dinner, the Happy Journey to Trenton and Camden, and Pullman Car Hiawatha

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Report copyright infringementby Thornton Wilder (Author), Jeremy McCarter (Foreword by), Sarah Ruhl (Introduction by) "Thornton Wilder will survive. . . as long as there are people around who are willing to sit in something called a theater and be reminded of their common humanity." --New York TimesA special edition of Thornton Wilder's beloved masterpiece Our Town, together with three astonishing one-act plays that reach across space and time, redefining what theater can be.An American class...