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Misalliance

Misalliance

By: George Bernard Shaw
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 Misalliance, a captivating play by George Bernard Shaw from 1910, delves into the complex romantic dynamics of an eclectic group gathered at a wealthy mans country estate during a summer weekend. At the heart of the intrigue is Hypatia Tarleton, the hosts spirited daughter and a quintessential Shaw heroine, who embodies his belief that in the dance of courtship, women are the relentless pursuers while men are often hesitant. Hypatia is the daughter of the newly affluent John Tarleton, who amassed his fortune in the unremarkable yet profitable underwear industry. Growing weary of the rigid societal norms and the incessant chatter of the men around her, she feels stifled in her engagement to the intellectually capable but emotionally immature Bentley Summerhays. Just as her restlessness peaks, an unexpected twist of fate occurs an aircraft crashes through the conservatory roof, introducing a dashing young pilot and a Polish acrobat, who dramatically disrupt the house party and shake up her world. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)Copyright Plays and Dramas
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  • 003 - Part 3

    003 - Part 3
    Jan 6 2026
    Misalliance, a captivating play by George Bernard Shaw from 1910, delves into the complex romantic dynamics of an eclectic group gathered at a wealthy mans country estate during a summer weekend. At the heart of the intrigue is Hypatia Tarleton, the hosts spirited daughter and a quintessential Shaw heroine, who embodies his belief that in the dance of courtship, women are the relentless pursuers while men are often hesitant. Hypatia is the daughter of the newly affluent John Tarleton, who amassed his fortune in the unremarkable yet profitable underwear industry. Growing weary of the rigid societal norms and the incessant chatter of the men around her, she feels stifled in her engagement to the intellectually capable but emotionally immature Bentley Summerhays. Just as her restlessness peaks, an unexpected twist of fate occurs an aircraft crashes through the conservatory roof, introducing a dashing young pilot and a Polish acrobat, who dramatically disrupt the house party and shake up her world. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 002 - Part 2

    002 - Part 2
    Jan 6 2026
    Misalliance, a captivating play by George Bernard Shaw from 1910, delves into the complex romantic dynamics of an eclectic group gathered at a wealthy mans country estate during a summer weekend. At the heart of the intrigue is Hypatia Tarleton, the hosts spirited daughter and a quintessential Shaw heroine, who embodies his belief that in the dance of courtship, women are the relentless pursuers while men are often hesitant. Hypatia is the daughter of the newly affluent John Tarleton, who amassed his fortune in the unremarkable yet profitable underwear industry. Growing weary of the rigid societal norms and the incessant chatter of the men around her, she feels stifled in her engagement to the intellectually capable but emotionally immature Bentley Summerhays. Just as her restlessness peaks, an unexpected twist of fate occurs an aircraft crashes through the conservatory roof, introducing a dashing young pilot and a Polish acrobat, who dramatically disrupt the house party and shake up her world. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)
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    41 mins
  • 001 - Part 1

    001 - Part 1
    Jan 6 2026
    Misalliance, a captivating play by George Bernard Shaw from 1910, delves into the complex romantic dynamics of an eclectic group gathered at a wealthy mans country estate during a summer weekend. At the heart of the intrigue is Hypatia Tarleton, the hosts spirited daughter and a quintessential Shaw heroine, who embodies his belief that in the dance of courtship, women are the relentless pursuers while men are often hesitant. Hypatia is the daughter of the newly affluent John Tarleton, who amassed his fortune in the unremarkable yet profitable underwear industry. Growing weary of the rigid societal norms and the incessant chatter of the men around her, she feels stifled in her engagement to the intellectually capable but emotionally immature Bentley Summerhays. Just as her restlessness peaks, an unexpected twist of fate occurs an aircraft crashes through the conservatory roof, introducing a dashing young pilot and a Polish acrobat, who dramatically disrupt the house party and shake up her world. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)
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    1 hr and 12 mins
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