Showing results for "wife" in Drama & Plays

The Old Wives' Tale is broken up into four parts, and the lives of two sisters are laid bare: one timid and unassuming, the other romantic and adventurous. From working as children in their family's drapery shop to their later years, Constance and Sophia's journey through life could not be more different. While one travels the world and defies male expectations, the other becomes a dutiful wife and mother.

This riveting Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama tells the fascinating, real-life story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a transgender woman who managed to defy insurmountable odds. Based on interviews conducted by the playwright, I Am My Own Wife takes us on a theatrical journey that vividly chronicles the bravery, cunning, and strength that Von Mahlsdorf used to survive both the Nazi and Communist regimes of East Germany.

New York dilettante Marjorie Taub, a middle-aged doctor's wife, is hooked on culture - mornings at the Whitney, afternoons at MOMA, evenings at BAM. Plunged into a mid-life crisis of Medea-like proportions, she's shaken out of her lethargy by the reappearance of a fascinating childhood friend.

Joanna Lumley and Roger Allam return in the seventh series of Conversations from a Long Marriage. Playing a long-married couple who met in the Summer of Love and have stayed together ever since, their conversations are practical, passionate, hilarious - and familiar to every couple. Written by...

The dissolute Falstaff plans to seduce Mistress Ford and Mistress Page, two "Merry Wives of Windsor," there by gaining access to their husbands' wealth. The two women have the old rogue's measure, however, and Falstaff's plots lead only to his own humiliation. But the merry wives themselves fall prey to plotting as their plans to prevent Mistress Page's daughter Anne from marrying the young man she loves are frustrated in their turn.

Step into the world of Molières comedic genius with The School for Wives, first performed in 1662. This play explores the intricate dynamics between jealous lovers and the innocent wards they seek to control. A delightful blend of wit and farce, it invites listeners to witness the cunning of love as it liberates a young girl from the constraints of authority. Notably, Molières own marriage during this period may have influenced his portrayal of relationships. Join us as we delve into this timeless classic and discover how Molières perspective on love and marriage may have evolved. - Summary...

In the tranquil village near Pendell Manor, the infamous witch-hunter Matthew Hopkins arrives, determined to root out supposed sorcery and instill fear. But Cecile Howard and her courageous friends are not willing to let his superstitious tyranny go unchallenged. They band together to confront him, aiming to end his reign of terror and teach him a lesson he wont soon forget! - Summary by Kelly S. Taylor

Raunchy, risqué and rebellious, early Restoration comedies were a breath of fresh air for 17th century theatregoers. With Charles II restored to the throne in 1660, Oliver Cromwell's ban on stage performances was rescinded, and for the first time, women were invited to tread the boards as actresses. Playwrights developed a new style of social comedy, packed with amorous escapades, bawdy humour, wicked wit and sexual innuendo. This scintillating anthology showcases six leading lights of early Restoration drama.

In this witty Restoration Comedy, Lady Brute faces a pivotal decision should she betray her coarse and unloving husband? While not as outrageous as Vanbrughs earlier work, The Relapse, The Provoked Wife offers a keen commentary on society and marriage that resonates with modern audiences. Join us for a humorous exploration of love, fidelity, and societal expectations. - Summary by WendyKatzHiller

Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan England with William Shakespeares The Merry Wives of Windsor. Following the misadventures of the notorious Sir John Falstaff, who captured hearts in Henry IV, this play marks his final escapade. In the charming town of Windsor, Falstaff hatches a ludicrous scheme to woo two affluent merchant wives, Mistresses Page and Ford, by sending them identical love letters. Little does he know, his cunning plan will backfire spectacularly! As the two clever women band together to teach him a lesson through a series of hilarious pranks, they also navigate the ...

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There’s something Constance Middleton’s friends are dying to tell her: her husband is having an affair – with her best friend! Despite their hints, Constance remains ever cool, and seemingly oblivious. Or is she? In this biting comedy of manners, marriages and mistresses, Constance – a not-so-desperate housewife - has some ideas of her own about extra-marital activity that surprise everyone in the end!

True Cheating Wives & Girlfriends Stories 2025 — Real Voices, Real Heartbreak, Real RevengeEndless cheating stories that keep listeners hooked for hours — messy marriages, shocking affairs, brutal revenge, and all the drama in between.Episodes drop in shifts — mornings, afternoons, and nights — so there’s always fresh drama waiting, whether you’re commuting, working long hours, or streaming late into the night.Perfect for shift workers, binge listeners, and night owls who crave nonstop stories of infidelity and betrayal. This feed includes:Reddit cheating confessionsRevenge on ...

The official behind-the-scenes look at the powerful new musical based on Alanis Morissette's cult classic album Jagged Little Pill. Celebrating its 25-year anniversary in 2020, singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette's Grammy-Award winning album Jagged Little Pill has come to define a generation. In...

Being a woman has to be the hardest job on the planet. We are expected to be a wife, mother, slave, and sex-goddess. A. Heyward’s Podcast will tackle what it’s like when life knocks a woman down, and she is expected to be Superwoman. The goal is to enrich, empower, and encourage every woman to keep going. Why? Because you are enough!!

Free (0.00$) Audiobook on Audible (with membership trial) : https://amzn.to/4gmY5S7or Buy the book on Amazon : https://amzn.to/4gmY5S7Sister Wife: A Memoir of Faith, Family, and Finding FreedomFrom TLC’s Sister Wives star Christine Brown Woolley, a groundbreaking and heartfelt memoir about living in a family like no other and finding the strength to leave polygamy—and the only life she’s known—behind.Christine Brown Woolley had always dreamed of having a picture-perfect family—beautiful children, an adoring husband, and of course, a sisterhood of wives to share him with. Raised in ...

In this biting comedy of errors, the hapless Arnolphe is undone by his own double dealing and double standards. The School for Wives was first performed at the Palais Royal theatre on December 26, 1662, and is considered by many to be Moliere's masterpiece. Richard Wilbur's subtle verse translation illuminates the great master of comedy at his wittiest.

Welcome back to the infamous Twinkle Town suburbs where the lives of Sasha, Mel, and Deb continue to unfold. In part two, the sisterhood continues to blossom through good, bad, and unexpected times. What ever happened with Nick Harris? Will Sasha finally receive some well-deserved closure? Or will she forever wonder what happened to her husband? And now that Nick is gone, will she finally give Ken-Ken the chance that he’s been longing for? When we last left off, Ray-Ray and Mel were back in full stride and more in love than ever.

Sasha Harris is sick and tired of living the so-called dutiful housewife role. She has dreams and aspirations of her own and is totally fed up with staying home while her husband, Nick, continues to run the streets as if he’s still single. So, when Nick suddenly makes the announcement that they are moving, Sasha couldn’t be happier. She is excited about a new change of scenery, along with the possibility of making new friends. Only the ramifications of the move may be way more than Nick and Sasha can bear.

The moment you’ve been waiting on has finally arrived. Welcome back to the infamous Twinkle Town suburbs where lies, deception, and drama all continue to reign. What ever happened to Deb and that conniving husband of hers, Drako? Will Deb and King finally get to live their happily ever after? Or will RaDrako finally get Deb to come back after all the havoc he’s caused her? Will Mel and Ray-Ray stay together? Or has he bitten off way more than he can chew when it comes to the likes of Michelle? Will true love prevail now that the explosive truth has been revealed?