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She Stoops to Conquer

She Stoops to Conquer

By: Oliver Goldsmith
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 In the delightful comedy She Stoops to Conquer, or The Mistakes of a Night, a spirited young lady disguises herself as a servant to capture the heart of a painfully shy young man from her own social class. What follows is a whirlwind of hilarious misadventures and chaotic encounters that lead to an unexpected yet satisfying conclusion. First performed in 1773, this timeless play remains a favorite among audiences, showcasing the brilliance of English comedy. (Summary by LA Walden) Cast Mr. Hardcastle - Bob Neufeld, Sir Charles Marlow - David Lawrence, Young Marlow - bala, Hastings - Brett W. Downey, Tony Lumpkin - ToddHW, Mrs. Hardcastle - Availle, Miss Hardcastle - Arielle Lipshaw, Miss Neville - Charlotte Duckett, First Fellow and First Servant - Drakaunus, Second Fellow, Second Servant, and Jeremy - rookieblue, Third Fellow, Third Servant, and Roger - Joseph Abell, Fourth Fellow and Diggory - Algy Pug, Landlord and Mr. Woodward - zaanta, Maid - Amanda Friday, Servant - Elizabeth Klett, Stage directions - Laurie Anne Walden. Audio edited by Laurie Anne Walden.Copyright Plays and Dramas
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  • 006 - Act V

    006 - Act V
    Jan 6 2026
    In the delightful comedy She Stoops to Conquer, or The Mistakes of a Night, a spirited young lady disguises herself as a servant to capture the heart of a painfully shy young man from her own social class. What follows is a whirlwind of hilarious misadventures and chaotic encounters that lead to an unexpected yet satisfying conclusion. First performed in 1773, this timeless play remains a favorite among audiences, showcasing the brilliance of English comedy. (Summary by LA Walden) Cast Mr. Hardcastle - Bob Neufeld, Sir Charles Marlow - David Lawrence, Young Marlow - bala, Hastings - Brett W. Downey, Tony Lumpkin - ToddHW, Mrs. Hardcastle - Availle, Miss Hardcastle - Arielle Lipshaw, Miss Neville - Charlotte Duckett, First Fellow and First Servant - Drakaunus, Second Fellow, Second Servant, and Jeremy - rookieblue, Third Fellow, Third Servant, and Roger - Joseph Abell, Fourth Fellow and Diggory - Algy Pug, Landlord and Mr. Woodward - zaanta, Maid - Amanda Friday, Servant - Elizabeth Klett, Stage directions - Laurie Anne Walden. Audio edited by Laurie Anne Walden.
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    27 mins
  • 005 - Act IV

    005 - Act IV
    Jan 6 2026
    In the delightful comedy She Stoops to Conquer, or The Mistakes of a Night, a spirited young lady disguises herself as a servant to capture the heart of a painfully shy young man from her own social class. What follows is a whirlwind of hilarious misadventures and chaotic encounters that lead to an unexpected yet satisfying conclusion. First performed in 1773, this timeless play remains a favorite among audiences, showcasing the brilliance of English comedy. (Summary by LA Walden) Cast Mr. Hardcastle - Bob Neufeld, Sir Charles Marlow - David Lawrence, Young Marlow - bala, Hastings - Brett W. Downey, Tony Lumpkin - ToddHW, Mrs. Hardcastle - Availle, Miss Hardcastle - Arielle Lipshaw, Miss Neville - Charlotte Duckett, First Fellow and First Servant - Drakaunus, Second Fellow, Second Servant, and Jeremy - rookieblue, Third Fellow, Third Servant, and Roger - Joseph Abell, Fourth Fellow and Diggory - Algy Pug, Landlord and Mr. Woodward - zaanta, Maid - Amanda Friday, Servant - Elizabeth Klett, Stage directions - Laurie Anne Walden. Audio edited by Laurie Anne Walden.
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    27 mins
  • 004 - Act III

    004 - Act III
    Jan 6 2026
    In the delightful comedy She Stoops to Conquer, or The Mistakes of a Night, a spirited young lady disguises herself as a servant to capture the heart of a painfully shy young man from her own social class. What follows is a whirlwind of hilarious misadventures and chaotic encounters that lead to an unexpected yet satisfying conclusion. First performed in 1773, this timeless play remains a favorite among audiences, showcasing the brilliance of English comedy. (Summary by LA Walden) Cast Mr. Hardcastle - Bob Neufeld, Sir Charles Marlow - David Lawrence, Young Marlow - bala, Hastings - Brett W. Downey, Tony Lumpkin - ToddHW, Mrs. Hardcastle - Availle, Miss Hardcastle - Arielle Lipshaw, Miss Neville - Charlotte Duckett, First Fellow and First Servant - Drakaunus, Second Fellow, Second Servant, and Jeremy - rookieblue, Third Fellow, Third Servant, and Roger - Joseph Abell, Fourth Fellow and Diggory - Algy Pug, Landlord and Mr. Woodward - zaanta, Maid - Amanda Friday, Servant - Elizabeth Klett, Stage directions - Laurie Anne Walden. Audio edited by Laurie Anne Walden.
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    23 mins
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