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Widowers Houses
by George Bernard Shaw
In Widowers Houses, one of the three thought-provoking plays that make up Shaws Plays Unpleasant published in 1898, the renowned playwright challenges the status quo of Victorian theatre. Rather than simply entertain, Shaw aims to illuminate pressing social issues and critique the exploitation of the working class by the affluent elite. The story follows Dr. Harry Trench, who faces a moral crisis upon learning the unsettling truth about his fiancées father, Mr. Sartorius, and his dubious means of wealth. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Trenchs own financial situation is equally compromised. Join us for a compelling exploration of class, morality, and the human condition. (Summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia) Cast Dr. Harry Trench engineerdst, Mr. William de Burgh Cokane David Goldfarb, Mr. Sartorius Drakaunus, Blanche Sartorius Arielle Lipshaw, Mr. Lickcheese Algy Pug, Waiter bala, Porter David Olson, Parlour Maid/Narrator Elizabeth Klett. Audio edited by Arielle Lipsha
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003 - Act 3
In Widowers Houses, one of the three thought-provoking plays that make up Shaws Plays Unpleasant published in 1898, the renowned playwright challenges the status quo of Victorian theatre. Rather than simply entertain, Shaw aims to illuminate pressing social issues and critique the exploitation of the working class by the affluent elite. The story follows Dr. Harry Trench, who faces a moral crisis upon learning the unsettling truth about his fiancées father, Mr. Sartorius, and his dubious means of wealth. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Trenchs own financial situation is equally compromised. Join us for a compelling exploration of class, morality, and the human condition. (Summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia) Cast Dr. Harry Trench engineerdst, Mr. William de Burgh Cokane David Goldfarb, Mr. Sartorius Drakaunus, Blanche Sartorius Arielle Lipshaw, Mr. Lickcheese Algy Pug, Waiter bala, Porter David Olson, Parlour Maid/Narrator Elizabeth Klett. Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw
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002 - Act 2
In Widowers Houses, one of the three thought-provoking plays that make up Shaws Plays Unpleasant published in 1898, the renowned playwright challenges the status quo of Victorian theatre. Rather than simply entertain, Shaw aims to illuminate pressing social issues and critique the exploitation of the working class by the affluent elite. The story follows Dr. Harry Trench, who faces a moral crisis upon learning the unsettling truth about his fiancées father, Mr. Sartorius, and his dubious means of wealth. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Trenchs own financial situation is equally compromised. Join us for a compelling exploration of class, morality, and the human condition. (Summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia) Cast Dr. Harry Trench engineerdst, Mr. William de Burgh Cokane David Goldfarb, Mr. Sartorius Drakaunus, Blanche Sartorius Arielle Lipshaw, Mr. Lickcheese Algy Pug, Waiter bala, Porter David Olson, Parlour Maid/Narrator Elizabeth Klett. Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw
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001 - Act 1
In Widowers Houses, one of the three thought-provoking plays that make up Shaws Plays Unpleasant published in 1898, the renowned playwright challenges the status quo of Victorian theatre. Rather than simply entertain, Shaw aims to illuminate pressing social issues and critique the exploitation of the working class by the affluent elite. The story follows Dr. Harry Trench, who faces a moral crisis upon learning the unsettling truth about his fiancées father, Mr. Sartorius, and his dubious means of wealth. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Trenchs own financial situation is equally compromised. Join us for a compelling exploration of class, morality, and the human condition. (Summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia) Cast Dr. Harry Trench engineerdst, Mr. William de Burgh Cokane David Goldfarb, Mr. Sartorius Drakaunus, Blanche Sartorius Arielle Lipshaw, Mr. Lickcheese Algy Pug, Waiter bala, Porter David Olson, Parlour Maid/Narrator Elizabeth Klett. Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
In Widowers Houses, one of the three thought-provoking plays that make up Shaws Plays Unpleasant published in 1898, the renowned playwright challenges the status quo of Victorian theatre. Rather than simply entertain, Shaw aims to illuminate pressing social issues and critique the exploitation of the working class by the affluent elite. The story follows Dr. Harry Trench, who faces a moral crisis upon learning the unsettling truth about his fiancées father, Mr. Sartorius, and his dubious means of wealth. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Trenchs own financial situation is equally compromised. Join us for a compelling exploration of class, morality, and the human condition. (Summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia) Cast Dr. Harry Trench engineerdst, Mr. William de Burgh Cokane David Goldfarb, Mr. Sartorius Drakaunus, Blanche Sartorius Arielle Lipshaw, Mr. Lickcheese Algy Pug, Waiter bala, Porter David Olson, Parlour Maid/Narrator Elizabeth Klett. Audio edited by Arielle Lipsha
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George Bernard Shaw
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