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There is now no doubt that not only is Waiting for Godot the outstanding play of the 20th century, but it is also Samuel Beckett's masterpiece. Yet it is both a popular text to be studied at school and an enigma. The scene is a country road. There is a solitary tree. It is evening. Two tramp-like figures, Vladimir and Estragon, exchange words. Pull off boots. Munch a root vegetable. Two other curious characters enter. And a boy. Time passes. It is all strange yet familiar.

A rare opportunity to hear Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Anne Glenconner live in conversation from The Apex, Bury St Edmunds. Recorded live on stage, An Evening with Anne Glenconner is a treasure trove of stories from Lady Glenconner's childhood at Holkham to her life on...

Until the time of her death in 2003, much-loved actress Thora Hird worked regularly with the playwright Alan Bennett. Now, in a specially written introduction and postscript, Bennett recalls his work and friendship with Thora, and introduces three examples of their collaboration. In The Last of...

The painter Mario Minniti has travelled to Naples to seek out his old friend and former mentor Caravaggio. But on arrival, the great painter is nowhere to be found. In a bid to find him, Mario retraces Caravaggio's last known movements. His search reveals a life lived dangerously. Starring David...

Be the first to know about Broadway’s theater gossip and funny backstage shenanigans as told by some of the most talented actors/dancers/singers you’ll never meet. We find out what it takes to be part of the understudy, cover, swing world from the folks that have actually been there, done that! And once you get to know these talented artists, maybe the next time you see a paper in your Playbill saying “the role of X will be performed by Y,” you won’t be disappointed; you’ll be excited to see what could be … one of the best nights on Broadway.

In the Waiting Room w/ Rashad Edwards is where actors, artists, and dreamers pull up a chair to talk craft, hustle, and the life that happens between auditions. Hosted by actor and businessman Rashad Edwards (The Good Fight, Rustin), this show gives you raw, unfiltered conversations on industry trade-offs, incentives and opportunity costs with guests from NYU, Juilliard, Yale, and beyond—sharing the wins, the struggles, and the lessons learned along the way.Whether you’re chasing the spotlight or building your own lane, each episode brings laughs, hard truths, and inspiration to keep you ...

Grace has had it rough. She’s spent thousands on training and years in customer service. Like most actors her life is a perpetual cycle of waiting. Join Grace as she tries to uncover the mysteries of the industry and why she isn’t famous yet. Some may call this investigative journalism, others may call it a waste of breath. But who can blame her, she’s just trying to pass the time, while she sits in the waiting room.

A show dedicated to those of us who have stood on the edge, waiting for others to give us permission to pursue our dreams. Join us as we interview artists, actors and creative beings who are giving permission to themselves – and others! Please support this podcast on Patreon -link is below. Thank you! https://www.patreon.com/areyouwaitingforpermission

The debut comedy album by stand-up comedian Hari Kondabolu. Kondabolu is a Brooklyn-based comic who was discovered in Seattle by the HBO Comedy Festival in 2006 while working as an immigrant rights organizer.

This isn't for the faint of heart....