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Set in rural Ireland in the early 20th century, The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Synge is a dramatic play that follows the aftermath of a young man claiming to have killed his father.

An aging sculptor rekindles a romance with a former muse despite his marriage and her apparent madness. When We Dead Awaken, by Henrik Ibsen, centers two troubled figures struggling with mortality and their view of life. It¿s a revealing look at the internal conflict surrounding a respected and accomplished artist.

An in-depth analysis of Greek tragedy that details the transition from page to stage. In Aristotle¿s The Poetics, the philosopher discusses the art of poetry and its impact on the masses. He breaks down the most popular genres and their creative structure, giving insight into their purpose and ultimate appeal.

An honest and irreverent look at the power dynamics between men and women. Lysistrata and Other Plays by Aristophanes, highlights the ongoing struggle for control within a patriarchal society. Dissatisfied with traditional rules of engagement, one woman seeks to topple the status quo, disarming men where they least suspect it.

The titian Prometheus, the daughters of Danaus, a conquered king, and rivaled brothers are the protagonists of this eclectic collection of tragedies. Prometheus Bound and Other Plays is a collection from the work of Aeschylus, and features four plays, The Suppliants, The Persians, Seven Against Thebes, and Prometheus Bound. With stories of forced marriages, a defeated empire, a cursed family, and a titian that pays dearly for his advocacy for humans, Prometheus Bound and Other Plays depicts tales of downfall. History may be told about victors, but these four tragedies hold the stories of the disenfranchised and the defeated.

A successful man, disenchanted with life, offers his soul in exchange for celestial knowledge and power. The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus, by Christopher Marlowe details the corruption and eventual damnation of a scholar-turned-magician. As the man's talents grow, vanity and desire take precedence over his need for spiritual redemption.

A group of young lovers, performers and fairies are enchanted by a mystical potion. A Midsummer Night's Dream, by William Shakespeare, is a comedy ensemble featuring multiple sublots and a whimsical setting. It's a world ruled by love and magic, where a fairy plays an unpredictable game with human emotion.

A case of mistaken identity reunites two long lost twin brothers. The Comedy of Errors, by William Shakespeare, is a short but elaborate play that relies on grand set pieces and frequent mishaps. Unlike Shakespeare's more famous works, this story is infused with action, lighthearted humor, family disfunction and misunderstandings.

An exiled nobleman seeks revenge on a group of shipwrecked passengers. The Tempest, by William Shakespeare, is both a comedy and tragedy as it details one man's relentless quest for retribution. The story centers on two royal brothers, one of whom is cast aside, while the other usurps his position.

A young man's personal and professional life unravel when a family secret is exposed. A Woman of No Importance, by Oscar Wilde, is a society play similar to Lady Windermere's Fan and The Importance of Being Earnest. An unsuspecting clerk makes a startling revelation regarding his mother and wealthy employer.

A young woman believes her husband is having an affair and lashes out in retaliation. Lady Windermere's Fan, by Oscar Wilde is a story fueled by secrets, lies and misunderstandings. It follows a wife on the brink of a public scandal whose saving grace comes from the sacrifice of another.

A group of London aristocrats fall victim to an insidious blackmail plot. An Ideal Husband, by Oscar Wilde, tests the integrity of one man's marriage and political career. Originally published in 1899, the play offers an intimate look at high society and the true nature of its most notable figures.

When Jack and Algernon's loves, Gwendolyn and Cecily, declare that they will only marry a man named Earnest, the two men find themselves deep in a lie as they unwillingly share an alter ego, Earnest Worthington. The Importance of Being Earnest comedically tackles the subject of marriage and satirizes Victorian ways with the portrayal of Jack, Algernon, Gwendolyn, and Cecily's priorities, as well as their relationships.

A struggling widow seeks financial aid from her ailing brother who's eager to leave his fortune to one of her five adult children. I'll Leave It to You, by Noël Coward, is a light-hearted tale about a dysfunctional family driven by greed and the promise of a much easier life.

Tired of living in the world of men, a group of unmarried women creates a cloister devoted to pleasure, individuality, and femininity. Lady Happy, their leader, soon faces outside pressure from men and uninitiated women alike, who see her opposition to marriage as a threat to the status quo. The Convent of Pleasure is a closet drama by Margaret Cavendish.

As a theater company prepares to rehearse a new play by Luigi Pirandello, six strangers arrive and interrupt their performance. After some confusion, they explain to the enraged director that they are merely incomplete characters who need a writer to complete their story. Six Characters in Search of an Author is a play by Luigi Pirandello.

Nikita, a morally corrupt peasant, seduces a young orphan girl whom he later betrays in pursuit of a married woman. Without a sense of right and wrong, he commits adultery and murder in the name of passion, leaving behind him a tragic wake of loss that haunts his every move. The Power of Darkness is a play by Leo Tolstoy.

At their home in Scotland, the Wylie family discovers that a young student has been entering their library undetected to take advantage of their immense collection of books. In exchange for his continued use of their resources, John Shand agrees to marry their daughter Maggie. What Every Woman Knows is a play by J. M. Barrie.

A wealthy man's future is threatened by his brother-in-law's shocking return. Pillars of Society, by Henrik Ibsen, is a family drama fueled by deception and greed. The protagonist, Karsten Bernick, is a complicated man whose success is built on a lie. He's forced to confront his past and acknowledge his truth.

A widower is scandalized by his friendship with a young female resident. Rosmersholm, by Henrik Ibsen, centers on a former priest, who's haunted by his wife's suicide. He finds comfort in a friend, who moved in prior to her death. Their arrangement, platonic or otherwise, becomes a source of controversy.

A woman must choose between her dutiful husband and a lover from her past life. In The Lady from the Sea, byHenrik Ibsen, a wife struggling in her mundane marriage is looking for a change of pace. When an opportunity arises, her family's fate is thrust into her hands.

A middle-aged architect struggles to maintain his title and prestige. The Master Builder, by Henrik Ibsen, highlights the dangers of ambition coupled with insecurity. A successful man attempts to prolong his career by staggering the development of others. A fear of irrelevancy leads him down a dark and irreversible path.

A woman struggles to protect her son from her late husband's many secrets. Ghosts, by Henrik Ibsen, illustrates a family's internal strife due to the father's infidelity, deception and poor health. A mother attempts to secure her son's future, while combating the ugly truth tied to her husband's looming legacy.

A small town is scandalized after a medical officer exposes its polluted water supply. An Enemy of the People, by Henrik Ibsen, examines the consequences of one man's unwavering commitment to the truth. The story is a commentary on Ibsen's own work, which was heavily criticized for its realistic approach.

An overly ambitious woman interferes in her husband's scholastic career. In Hedda Gabler, by Henrik Ibsen, a manipulative wife is eager to improve her family's social and economic status. She attempts to sabotage her husband's professional rival to secure their financial future. One selfish act leads to a fatal result.

A woman's family is broken after an old secret comes to light. A Doll's House, by Henrik Ibsen, examines the true sacrifice of marriage. When her home life is threatened, a wife must make a drastic decision. Published in 1879, this is one of Ibsen's most popular and controversial plays.

A Bulgarian woman's delusions about romance and war are quickly dismantled by a disgruntled Swiss mercenary. Arms and the Man, by George Bernard Shaw, is a humorous examination of one person's perception versus reality. The young heroine gradually discovers the truth about love, honor and the unexpected casualties of war.

Pygmalion (1914), unquestionably George Bernard Shaw's most popular play, is a comedic masterpiece of love and the British class system. It tells the story of the transformation of a young cockney girl's life, and the entanglements that follow. The play is the basis for the immensely popular musical, My Fair Lady.

Vida Levering, a militant activist and advocate for the women's suffrage movement, struggles against the oppressive political order while defending her beliefs against friends and acquaintances who reject, judge, and condemn her. Set against the backdrop of the Suffragette movement in England, Votes for Women! is a testament to the power of art to envision and enact political resistance.

After Horace, a man against suffrage, makes his opinions known, the women in his life quit their jobs and demand his financial support, unless he is willing to admit his hypocrisy and fault. How the Vote Was Won written by Cicely Hamilton and Christopher St. John is a one act comedic play performed in support of women's suffrage.