Burlesque Plays and Poems
A Collection of Witty Satire and Literary HumorBy Various
Length11h 34m
About this audiobook
"Burlesque Plays and Poems" is a captivating anthology that showcases the vibrant and satirical art form of burlesque, presenting a collection of plays and poems that cleverly blend humor and critical commentary. The literary style is marked by wit and exuberance, reflecting the social and political climates of various eras while challenging societal norms through parody. With roots tracing back to the 19th century, these works echo the evolution of burlesque, illuminating its capacity as a powerful medium for both entertainment and social critique, all delivered with a flourish of theatricality and layered meanings. The anthology features contributions from various authors who have significantly shaped the burlesque tradition. These writers, often influenced by the cultural upheaval and artistic movements of their times, draw on their diverse backgrounds to explore themes such as identity, gender roles, and societal critiques. Their intimate understanding of performance art informs the material, making it both an homage to and a reinvention of the burlesque genre, propelling it into new contexts while respecting its origins. I wholeheartedly recommend "Burlesque Plays and Poems" to readers seeking a delightful combination of laughter and thought-provoking content. Whether you are a scholar of theatre, a lover of poetry, or simply someone in search of a fresh perspective, this anthology provides an engaging exploration of burlesque that is sure to entertain and enlighten.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length11 hrs 34 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION.
39THE BABY'S DEBUT.
2The Rime of Sir Thopas.
40AN ADDRESS WITHOUT A PHŒNIX.
3THE RIME OF SIR THOPAS.
41CUI BONO?: To the Secretary of the Managing Committee of Drury Lane Playhouse.
4THE Knight of the Burning Pestle.
42IN THE CHARACTER OF A HAMPSHIRE FARMER.
5ACT I.—Scene I.
43THE LIVING LUSTRES.
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6ACT II.—Scene I.
44THE REBUILDING.
7ACT III.—Scene I.
45DRURY'S DIRGE.
8ACT IV.—Scene I.
46A TALE OF DRURY LANE.
9ACT V.—Scene I.
47The Night.
10The Rehearsal.
48The Burning.
11PROLOGUE.
49The Revival.
12ACT I.—Scene I.
50JOHNSON'S GHOST.
13ACT II.—Scene I.
51THE BEAUTIFUL INCENDIARY.
14ACT III.—Scene I.
52FIRE AND ALE.
15ACT IV.—Scene I.
53PLAYHOUSE MUSINGS.
16SCENE II.
54DRURY LANE HUSTINGS. A NEW HALFPENNY BALLAD.
17ACT. V.—Scene I.
55ARCHITECTURAL ATOMS. Translated by Dr. B.
18EPILOGUE.
56THEATRICAL ALARM BELL.
19The Splendid Shilling.
57THE THEATRE.: A PREFACE OF APOLOGIES.
20Two "Odes."
58THE THEATRE.
21To Miss Margaret Pulteney, Daughter of Daniel Pulteney, Esq., in the Nursery. April 27, 1727.
59To the Managing Committee of the New Drury Lane Theatre.
22To Miss Charlotte Pulteney, in her Mother's Arms. May 1, 1724.
60Case No. I. MACBETH.
23NAMBY PAMBY:
61Case No. II. THE STRANGER.
24A WORD UPON PUDDING.
62Case No. III. GEORGE BARNWELL.
25THE TRAGEDY OF TRAGEDIES: OR, THE LIFE AND DEATH OF Tom Thumb the Great.
63PUNCH'S APOTHEOSIS.: RECITATIVE.
26DRAMATIS PERSONÆ.
64Odes and Addresses to Great People.
27ACT I.
65ODE TO MR. GRAHAM. THE AERONAUT.
28ACT II.
66ODE TO MR. M'ADAM.
29ACT III.
67ODE TO THE GREAT UNKNOWN.
30Chrononhotonthologos:: PROLOGUE.
68TO SYLVANUS URBAN, ESQUIRE,
31The Rovers; OR, THE DOUBLE ARRANGEMENT.
69AN ADDRESS TO THE STEAM WASHING COMPANY.
32PROLOGUE.
70LETTER OF REMONSTRANCE FROM BRIDGET JONES,
33ACT I.—Scene I.
71ODE TO R. W. ELLISTON, ESQUIRE, THE GREAT LESSEE!
34ACT II.
72ODE TO RICHARD MARTIN, ESQUIRE,
35ACT IV.
73ODE TO W. KITCHENER, M.D.
36Bombastes Furioso.: Scene IV.—A Wood.
74ROUTLEDGE'S EXCELSIOR SERIES OF STANDARD AUTHORS,
37Rejected Addresses.
75ROUTLEDGE'S STANDARD LIBRARY,
38LOYAL EFFUSION.
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