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Machine

Machine

By: Upton Sinclair
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 Upton Sinclair, renowned for his groundbreaking novel The Jungle, also made significant contributions to the world of theater. In The Machine, part of Sinclairs 1912 collection Plays of Protest, a group of Socialist activists exposes a wealthy young womans sheltered life, revealing the harsh realities of the society she inhabits. Join us as we explore this thought-provoking drama that challenges the status quo and invites reflection on social justice. (Summary by wildemoose)
Cast Julia Patterson, a magazine writer Elizabeth Klett; Jack Bullen, a parlor Socialist Dale Burgess; Laura Hegan, Hegans daughter Arielle Lipshaw; Allan Montague, a lawyer Bellona Times; Jim Hegan, the traction king ToddHW; Annie Roberts, a girl of the slums Lucy Perry; Robert Grimes, the boss John Steigerwald; Andrews, Hegans secretary Max Körlinge; Parker, a clerk Marty Kris; Narrator Linette Geisel. Audio edited by Arielle LipshawCopyright Plays and Dramas Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Political Science Politics & Government
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  • 003 - Act 3

    003 - Act 3
    Jan 6 2026
    Upton Sinclair, renowned for his groundbreaking novel The Jungle, also made significant contributions to the world of theater. In The Machine, part of Sinclairs 1912 collection Plays of Protest, a group of Socialist activists exposes a wealthy young womans sheltered life, revealing the harsh realities of the society she inhabits. Join us as we explore this thought-provoking drama that challenges the status quo and invites reflection on social justice. (Summary by wildemoose)
    Cast Julia Patterson, a magazine writer Elizabeth Klett; Jack Bullen, a parlor Socialist Dale Burgess; Laura Hegan, Hegans daughter Arielle Lipshaw; Allan Montague, a lawyer Bellona Times; Jim Hegan, the traction king ToddHW; Annie Roberts, a girl of the slums Lucy Perry; Robert Grimes, the boss John Steigerwald; Andrews, Hegans secretary Max Körlinge; Parker, a clerk Marty Kris; Narrator Linette Geisel. Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw
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    32 mins
  • 002 - Act 2

    002 - Act 2
    Jan 6 2026
    Upton Sinclair, renowned for his groundbreaking novel The Jungle, also made significant contributions to the world of theater. In The Machine, part of Sinclairs 1912 collection Plays of Protest, a group of Socialist activists exposes a wealthy young womans sheltered life, revealing the harsh realities of the society she inhabits. Join us as we explore this thought-provoking drama that challenges the status quo and invites reflection on social justice. (Summary by wildemoose)
    Cast Julia Patterson, a magazine writer Elizabeth Klett; Jack Bullen, a parlor Socialist Dale Burgess; Laura Hegan, Hegans daughter Arielle Lipshaw; Allan Montague, a lawyer Bellona Times; Jim Hegan, the traction king ToddHW; Annie Roberts, a girl of the slums Lucy Perry; Robert Grimes, the boss John Steigerwald; Andrews, Hegans secretary Max Körlinge; Parker, a clerk Marty Kris; Narrator Linette Geisel. Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw
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    36 mins
  • 001 - Act 1

    001 - Act 1
    Jan 6 2026
    Upton Sinclair, renowned for his groundbreaking novel The Jungle, also made significant contributions to the world of theater. In The Machine, part of Sinclairs 1912 collection Plays of Protest, a group of Socialist activists exposes a wealthy young womans sheltered life, revealing the harsh realities of the society she inhabits. Join us as we explore this thought-provoking drama that challenges the status quo and invites reflection on social justice. (Summary by wildemoose)
    Cast Julia Patterson, a magazine writer Elizabeth Klett; Jack Bullen, a parlor Socialist Dale Burgess; Laura Hegan, Hegans daughter Arielle Lipshaw; Allan Montague, a lawyer Bellona Times; Jim Hegan, the traction king ToddHW; Annie Roberts, a girl of the slums Lucy Perry; Robert Grimes, the boss John Steigerwald; Andrews, Hegans secretary Max Körlinge; Parker, a clerk Marty Kris; Narrator Linette Geisel. Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw
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    31 mins
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