Showing results for "Girl" in Drama & Plays

From its inception in California in 1974 to its highly acclaimed critical success at Joseph Papp's Public Theater and on Broadway, the Obie Award-winning for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf has excited, inspired, and transformed audiences all over the country. Passionate and fearless, Shange's words reveal what it is to be of color and female in the 20th century.

When they met at an airport, it was love at first sight. But in time, everything collapsed. As an unnamed but unforgettable woman muses on her life—from meet cute to marriage and parenthood—her recollections inexorably build to a devastating truth. In this shattering performance, Carey Mulligan, star of the critically lauded drama An Education, captivates audiences with playwright Dennis Kelly’s harrowing ruminations on family, ambition, gender, and violence.

It is the early 1960s in a country village in Ireland. Caithleen Brady and her attractive friend, Baba, are on the verge of womanhood and dreaming of spreading their wings in a wider world - of discovering love and luxury and liquor and above all, fun. With bawdy innocence, shrewd for all their inexperience, the girls romp their way through convent school to the bright lights of Dublin – where Caithleen finds that suave, idealised lovers rarely survive the real world.

‘You can’t get around Kate Battista as easily as all that’ Kate Battista is feeling stuck. How did she end up running house and home for her eccentric scientist father and uppity, pretty younger sister Bunny? Plus, she’s always in trouble at work – her pre-school charges adore her, but...

It's the middle of the high-flying, go-getting 80s in Maggie Thatcher's England, and Marlene has something to celebrate: she has just been made managing director of the Top Girls Employment Agency. But with no friends to speak of, and a past she'd just as soon forget, the guests at Marlene's party are a collection of famous women from history. Soon Marlene discovers that life above the glass ceiling is not all it's cracked up to be. This is a bold, searing comedy from an Olivier Award-winning playwright.

Gladstone Girls is an uplifting, joyful story about a group of female pottery workers determined to protect ‘Curl Friday’, a factory tradition that they hold dear.The scripted Podcast delves into the lives of a group of spirited and highly skilled lithographers, who, every Friday transform the lithography room into a bustling hair salon as they prepare for their night out at the local nightclub, ‘Jollies.’However, their routine is shattered when a new floor manager arrives and wants to put a stop to ‘Curl Friday’. He threatens to dock the girls wages if they turn up in rollers ...

It’s 1979, the lead guitarist of The Wide Eyed Boys, Eddie Allbright, and his supergroupie model wife, Lissy Ellery are one of the most famous and glamorous rock couples in the world. From the outside, their life looks like a dream, but behind closed doors too many drugs, too many affairs and too much black magic is creating a recipe that will either save them, or destroy them. An intimate look into the hedonistic life of a seventies rock band and their groupies, Rainbow Girl is for everyone who has ever wondered what it was really like to be with the band. A stand alone, set in the world of...

Dive into the vibrant world of The Roaring Girl, a thrilling Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first published in 1611. This entertaining play tells the captivating story of Mary Frith, famously known as Moll Cutpurse, a woman who defied societal norms and earned a reputation as a fierce virago in early 17th-century London. The term roaring girl is a playful twist on roaring boy, which referred to young men who led wild, unruly lives. As Moll navigates her adventures in cross-dressing, the play intertwines her escapades with the romantic pursuits of three ...

In 1935, six-year-old Emily Evans vanishes from her family's summer house on a remote Minnesota lake. Her mother and two sisters spend the rest of their lives at the lake house, keeping a decades-long vigil for the lost child. Sixty years later, Lucy, the middle sister, lives in the lake house alone. Before her death, she leaves the house to her grandniece, Justine. For Justine, the lake house offers freedom and stability - a way to give her daughters the home she never had. But the long Minnesota winter is just beginning....

A Salacious but Holy Audio Drama by Yannick Taylor

We're Audiodesires, where wellness meets your pleasure. We create erotic audio stories to bring your most intimate fantasies to life. Join us to enjoy previews of some of our naughtiest audio porn stories, thrilling your imagination and supporting your overall health and wellbeing. For exclusive access to hundreds more stories (and the full extended spicy versions), visit us at Audiodesires.

In 'Patriotic School Girl' Angela Brazil weaves a heartfelt story set against the backdrop of war. Meet a spirited young girl who navigates the challenges of school life while her country faces turmoil. As she and her friends grapple with fear and uncertainty, their bonds deepen, revealing the power of friendship in difficult times. Each chapter unfolds new challenges, whether it's dealing with the impact of war on their families or finding ways to contribute to their community. With relatable characters and vivid scenes, this audiobook captures the essence of youthful resilience and ...

Meet the Blythe sisters: Helen, Margy, and Rose. Orphaned and nearly broke, these spirited girls leave their charming Long Island home for a cramped third-floor apartment in bustling New York City. They’re ready to start anew, but life in the big city isn’t as easy as they imagined. Each sister faces her own set of challenges, from job hunting to navigating unfamiliar streets. Despite the hardships, the Blythe sisters lean on each other, using their determination, humor, and love to overcome obstacles. Discover their inspiring journey as they navigate the ups and downs of city life, ...

In this unique audio adaptation of Neil Simon’s screenplay, Paula McFadden’s a down-on-her-luck actress who’s forced to take in a new roommate - the eccentric, noisy, and generally unpleasant Elliot Garfield - who also happens to be an actor. As their careers and finances hit new lows, their reluctant partnership threatens to turn into something neither one wants.

One of America's great dramatists rocked the worlds of Broadway and Hollywood in this moving drama about a desperately self-destructive alcoholic actor and Georgie, his long-suffering wife. A searing, emotional play of love and redemption.

Maggie, June, and Ruth stumble upon a series of perplexing incidents at Laurel Hall that challenge their friendship and courage. When strange occurrences disrupt their idyllic boarding school life by the lake, the trio finds themselves in the midst of a thrilling mystery. As they uncover clues and navigate the challenges posed by the school's elite mean girls, they must rely on their wits and teamwork to solve the puzzles around them. This engaging adventure follows the girls as they learn new sports, forge friendships, and confront the trials of growing up in a competitive environment. Each ...

Dive into Volume 8 of Anton Chekhovs captivating collection of short stories. This selection features poignant narratives such as The Chorus Girl, A Gentleman Friend, and A Father, among others, each highlighting Chekhovs masterful storytelling. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

In Edna Ferbers debut novel, Dawn O’Hara, the Girl Who Laughed, we meet Dawn, a weary newspaperwoman from New York who finds herself back in her Michigan hometown on the advice of her doctor. After years of living in boarding houses and supporting her brilliant yet mentally ill husband, Peter Orme, Dawn feels like a shadow of her former self at just twenty-eight. With the loving support of her sister Norah and the charming attentions of the handsome German doctor, Ernst Von Gerhard, she begins to reclaim her zest for life. Securing a newspaper job in Milwaukee opens the door to new ...

Some Girl I Used to Know takes you on a nostalgic journey to a time when hopes were high and love was intoxicating. Both hilarious and touching this one-woman monologue features a mixtape of songs from the 80s and 90s, including Soft Cell and Culture Club. Beautifully played and co-written by Denise Van Outen, this is an intimate journey through the inner thoughts of a woman.Stephanie (Denise Van Outen) is a successful, rich and beautiful Lingerie designer who has it all. But having it all isn’t always enough.Set in her luxurious hotel room with nothing but her phone, laptop, and minibar to ...

In the bustling streets of New York City, Ruth and Alice DeVere face the harsh realities of life alongside their father, Hosmer, a once-promising actor. Just as he lands a role in a new play, a sudden voice affliction robs him of his chance, leaving the family teetering on the brink of eviction. Despite his reluctance to embrace the world of silent films, Mr. DeVere must confront his pride when a neighbor suggests that acting in moving pictures could be their only salvation. As the pressures mount, the bond between father and daughters is tested, leading them on an unexpected journey into the ...