One-Act Play Collection 006


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(4.8 stars; 8 reviews)

Explore a diverse array of theatrical voices in this captivating collection of ten one-act plays. Featuring works by renowned playwrights such as David Belasco, Arnold Bennett, and Charlotte Perkins Gilman, this anthology showcases the rich tapestry of early 20th-century drama.

Each play offers a unique glimpse into the human experience, tackling themes of love, conflict, and societal norms. From the whimsical imagination of Lewis Carroll to the profound insights of Maurice Maeterlinck, these short yet impactful narratives invite listeners to reflect on the complexities of life.

Whether you are a seasoned theater enthusiast or new to the genre, this collection provides a delightful opportunity to experience the artistry of some of literature's most celebrated playwrights, all brought to life by the dedicated LibriVox Volunteers.

Chapters

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The Falcon by Alfred, Lord Tennyson 35:32 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
The Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carroll 27:34 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Madame Butterfly by David Belasco 45:47 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A Midsummer Dance Dream by Anna Bird Stewart 35:06 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Night at the Inn by Lord Dunsany 26:34 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Punch and Go by John Galsworthy 31:20 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A Question of Sex by Arnold Bennett 41:56 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
The Sightless by Maurice Maeterlinck 41:39 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Something to Vote For by Charlotte Perkins Gilman 41:52 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Zenobia by Hereward Carrington 25:22 Read by LibriVox Volunteers

Reviews


(5 stars)

a must! in particular, I speak of lord Tennyson's the falcon, start out and throughout making you split your sides laughing and finishes off in an intense powerful way. it's a story that I said wow to throughout and mostly to the very end, I read a lot and this short one act is INTENSE and the actors audible speaking are phenomenal, just wow! it gained purpose as plays are often hard to grasp and I imagined listening audibly with professional actors that the feeling would shine through and it has pulled of wondrously to no fail! how does one rate genius storytelling?! beyond five stars for sure! ( hint go to Gutenberg press and download the books in text form - free - and hear and see visually the text to get the most out of each audiobook ! )

Madame butterfly is really yellowface, hilarious.


(4.5 stars)

The Asian (Japanese) accents are hilarious in "Madame butterfly", some of the other acts/stories are quite funny but read with a little lost in the reading where the text is funny but read super straight.

A COUPLE OF THEM ARE VERY GOOD


(5 stars)