Rehearsal

Rehearsal

Step into the vibrant world of theatrical creation with Rehearsal, where the art of performance and the intricacies of storytelling take center stage. This podcast invites listeners to explore the dynamic process behind crafting a play, highlighting the experimentation and collaboration that define the rehearsal room. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into the themes and techniques of dramatic literature, showcasing a diverse array of styles and eras that influence modern theater. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that celebrate the evolution of performance art and its capacity to reflect society. As you listen, you'll uncover the layers of meaning and creativity that go into each production, enriching your appreciation for the stage. Join us on this journey and discover a new book with every episode, inviting you to engage with the rich tapestry of theatrical history and imagination.

Episodes

Constant Couple-George Farquhar

August 27, 2026 • 142 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Busie Body-Susanna Centlivre

August 26, 2026 • 176 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great-Henry Fielding

August 25, 2026 • 79 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Agamemnon-Lucius Annaeus Seneca

August 24, 2026 • 81 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Belle's Stratagem-Hannah Cowley

August 23, 2026 • 176 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Birth of Merlin The Childe Hath Found His Father-William Rowley, William Shakespeare

August 22, 2026 • 159 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Fanny and the Servant Problem-Jerome K. Jerome

August 21, 2026 • 153 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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One-Act Play Collection 015-Various

August 20, 2026 • 383 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Lady Bountiful-Arthur Wing Pinero

August 19, 2026 • 209 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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At The Sign of The Greedy Pig-Charles S. Brooks

August 18, 2026 • 112 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Pelléas and Mélisande-Maurice Maeterlinck

August 17, 2026 • 90 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Life is a Dream (MacCarthy Translation)-Pedro Calderón de la Barca

August 16, 2026 • 178 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 2-Thomas D'Urfey

August 3, 2026 • 219 mins
"Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 2" by Thomas D'Urfey brings to life the whimsical adventures of the iconic character, Don Quixote, in a humorous retelling that captures the essence of his chivalrous yet misguided pursuits. This engaging narrative explores themes of idealism versus reality, the folly of ambition, and the enduring power of imagination. As listeners delve into D'Urfey's witty prose, they will find that the comed...
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Rehearsal - George Villiers

June 30, 2026 • 120 mins
A satirical play poking fun at the overblown tragedies produced in the time of the Restoration, first staged in 1671. It uses the device of having three men working to develop a new play and having the actors trying out various scenes. The play itself is made up almost entirely of excerpts of existing dramatic works, and especially at those of John Dryden. (In the etext of the printed play which you can access from the link below, ...
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