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Play On Podcasts are epic audio adventures reimagining timeless tales, featuring original music composition and the voices of extraordinarily gifted artists. This is where Theatre meets Podcast, combining the modern-day audio phenomenon with the power of live performance.

Episodes

As You Like It - Episode 6 - A Lover of Mine and a Lover of Hers

Jacques returns to Duke Senior’s camp to discover that someone killed a deer. He suggests they present it to Duke Senior as an offering and asks Amiens to sing a song to mark the occasion. Back at the farm, Silivius delivers Phebe’s letter to “Johnnyseed”. Seeing it’s full of praise for Johnnyseed, Rosalind scolds Silvius for loving a woman who treats him so badly. S/he sends him back to Phebe with the message that Phebe should love Silvius. As Silvius is leaving, Orlando’s brother Oliver enters...

Sep 09, 202430 minSeason 15Ep. 6

As You Like It - Episode 5 - Sell When You Can

Celia tries to comfort Rosalind when Orlando doesn’t show up at the cottage for his first coaching. Corin arrives to invite them to spy on Silvius courting the reluctant Phebe. Rosalind, still dressed as Johnnyseed, follows and confronts Phebe when she sees how poorly she treats Silvius, but it backfires when Phebe falls for her instead. Rosalind beats a hasty retreat with Celia. Phebe tells Silvius she’s going to write “Johnnyseed” a love letter for him to deliver. Back in the forest, Rosalind ...

Sep 02, 202432 minSeason 15Ep. 5

As You Like It - Episode 4 - Fringe on a Petticoat

Celia tells Rosalind that Orlando is the poet whose writing has so delighted them. When they hear Orlando approaching in argument with Jacques about love, they hide to eavesdrop. Once Jacques leaves, Rosalind steps out and introduces herself as “Johnnyseed”. She promises to cure Orlando of his lovesickness provided he agrees to pretend that she’s Rosalind and comes every day to practice wooing him. Orlando happily agrees. Back at the concert, Touchstone and Audrey make their way through the crow...

Aug 26, 202429 minSeason 15Ep. 4

As You Like It - Episode 3 - Youthful Stockings

Jacques is enraptured by Amiens’ music and begs for more. Meanwhile, Orlando leaves the elderly and exhausted Adam to find food for them to eat. Later in the day, Duke Senior comes upon Jacques, who is elated by his conversation with a fool he met in the forest (Touchstone). As they sit down to eat with their entourage, Orlando enters, sword drawn, and orders them to give him food. Duke Senior soothes him and welcomes him to their feast. Orlando apologizes for his rude behavior and goes to get A...

Aug 19, 202439 minSeason 15Ep. 3

As You Like It - Episode 2 - Spotted Fools

At dinner after the wrestling match, Celia marvels at how quickly Rosalind has fallen in love. They’re interrupted by the angry Duke Frederick, who threatens his niece Rosalind with death for treason if she doesn’t leave his court immediately. Celia defends Rosalind and vows to stay with her wherever she goes. Together, they plan to leave the city disguised as men. Rosalind will be known as “Johnnyseed" and Celia as “Anne Emma Grant”. They decide to bring the court jester, Touchstone, with them....

Aug 12, 202430 minSeason 15Ep. 2

As You Like It - Episode 1 - Good Wrestling

Orlando tells his trusted old servant, Adam, how much it grieves him that his brother Oliver keeps him from their father’s inheritance. Oliver enters and provokes Orlando into attacking him, then relents and agrees to give Orlando part of what’s due to him. After Orlando and Adam depart, Oliver meets privately with the champion wrestler, Charles, and encourages him to break his brother’s neck at their upcoming match. On the day of the match, Duke Frederick’s daughter, Celia, arrives at Madison S...

Aug 05, 202436 minSeason 15Ep. 1

Introducing...As You Like It

Set in Woodstock during the sixties’ “Summer of Love,” David Ivers’ translation of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” upends the rules of romance, gender, nature and politics in a tale of life’s joy and confusion. Directed by Kim Martin Cotten with original songs and music by Lindsay Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 29, 20241 min

Introducing...Death By Dying

A nosy obituary writer in the small town of Crestfall, Idaho oversteps his job description by investigating mysteries surrounding the deaths he writes about, until a series of strange events connected to his only friend lead him to an ominous secret lurking in the Dark Woods. The Obituary Writer investigates the death of Wyatt Hudson, a beloved farmer. Everything he thought he knew about Wyatt is turned upside down when he discovers a man trapped in one of his abandoned silos. Learn more about y...

Jul 22, 202431 min

Full Play - The Taming of the Shrew

Next Chapter Podcasts presents the complete Play On Podcast series, THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, in its entirety. The PLAY ON PODCAST SERIES, “THE TAMING OF THE SHREW”, was written by WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE and translated into modern English verse by AMY FREED. All episodes were directed by ART MANKE. Radio play by AMY FREED and LEANNA KEYES. The cast is as follows: SUSANNAH ROGERS as KATHERINA ALLEN GILMORE as PETRUCHIO ANNIE ABRAMS as BIANCA MIKE McSHANE as BAPTISTA TOM PATTERSON as LUCENTIO KYLE T. ...

Jul 15, 20242 hr 21 minSeason 14Ep. 8

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 7 - Strength Is In Surrender

Biondello tells Bianca and Lucentio that he’s arranged for a priest to perform their marriage and sends them on their way as Gremio approaches. Petruchio, Kate and Vincentio arrive at Baptista’s house and are greeted by the Pedant who (much to the real Vincentio’s consternation) claims to be Lucentio’s father. Biondello returns from the hasty marriage to find both the real and fake Vincentio with Baptista and is forced to pretend the Pedant is his master. As Vincentio berates Biondello for prete...

Jul 08, 202428 minSeason 14Ep. 7

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 6 - Be It Moon Or Sun Or What You Please

Grumio taunts Katherine (as instructed by his master) until Petruchio and Hortensio arrive for dinner. Petruchio rushes Kate through her meal before welcoming a tailor and haberdasher who have made exquisite clothing for Katherine. Petruchio rejects all their offerings over Katherine’s objections, but she begins to catch on to his strategy, realizing that she must play along with everything Petruchio does and be “agreeable” in order to get what she wants. Meanwhile, Biondello has primed Baptista...

Jul 01, 202428 minSeason 14Ep. 6

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 5 - He Is More Shrew Than She

Grumio reaches Petruchio’s house ahead of the newlyweds and prepares the servants for their arrival. But nothing could brace them against Petruchio’s abuse. He rejects the meals they’ve made and treats them so poorly that Kate implores him to be more patient. Petruchio insists they go straight to bed, where he lectures her on the virtues of abstinence. Meanwhile, as Tranio keeps up his Lucentio impersonation, Hortensio drops his “Litio '' persona and laments Bianca’s affection for Cambio (the re...

Jun 24, 202423 minSeason 14Ep. 5

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 4 - The Mad-Brain'd Bridegroom

The guests assemble for the wedding but the groom is nowhere to be found. Katherina frets with her father until Biondello arrives with word that Petruchio is on his way. The groom arrives, disheveled and drunk, on a shabby horse, with his servant by his side. As the wedding finally gets underway, Tranio tells Lucentio they have to find someone to play the part of his father (Vincentio) in order to convince Baptista that Lucentio is as rich as Tranio promised in Episode Three. Gremio emerges from...

Jun 17, 202420 minSeason 14Ep. 4

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 3 - Sweet As Spring-Time Flowers

Kate and Petruchio meet at last! The fireworks are lit and the couple goes head to head until Baptista arrives to check on their progress. Petruchio announces (over Kate’s objections) that the two have agreed to marry that Sunday. Baptista celebrates the news and turns his attention to the marriage of his second daughter, Bianca. Gremio and Tranio (disguised as Lucentio) compete to prove who has the most to offer in the way of riches. Tranio outbids Gremio and Baptista promises him his youngest ...

Jun 10, 202427 minSeason 14Ep. 3

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 2 - A Nightmare in a Gown

A student (and eligible bachelor) named Lucentio arrives in Padua with his servant, Tranio, to study philosophy. As they take in the sights they come across the wealthy Baptista and his two daughters, Bianca and Katherina. Bianca is trailed by two suitors, Hortensio and Gremio, who are vying for her affection. Baptista tells them that neither of them will win Bianca’s hand until he marries off his older daughter, Katherina. Meantime, Baptista will keep Bianca at home, seen only by the tutors who...

Jun 03, 202425 minSeason 14Ep. 2

The Taming of the Shrew - Episode 1 - To Suck The Sweets of Sweet Philosophy

A student (and eligible bachelor) named Lucentio arrives in Padua with his servant, Tranio, to study philosophy. As they take in the sights they come across the wealthy Baptista and his two daughters, Bianca and Katherina. Bianca is trailed by two suitors, Hortensio and Gremio, who are vying for her affection. Baptista tells them that neither of them will win Bianca’s hand until he marries off his older daughter, Katherina. Meantime, Baptista will keep Bianca at home, seen only by the tutors who...

May 27, 202428 minSeason 14Ep. 1

Introducing...HEXADEC

HEXADEC is an anthology podcast featuring standalone episodes of a variety of themes and styles. It's not just limited to fiction — we'll have nonfiction, too! But what makes them a part of the anthology? Every episode is inspired by a hexadecimal color code! For Podcast Movement 2020, Wil wanted to try something different: have four different sound designers work on the same scene. Here's four dramatically different takes on Act II, Scene II of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Credits: SOUND DESIGNER...

May 13, 202435 min

Introducing...The Taming of the Shrew

Directed by Art Manke and designed by Lindsay Jones, Amy Freed’s translation of “The Taming of the Shrew” pits the two smartest people in the room against each other in a match of wits to tame the society that surrounds them. Set in Renaissance Italy with a cast of seasoned pros including Allen Gilmore, Susannah Rogers, Danny Scheie, Annie Abrams, Mike McShane, Rob Nagle, Tessa Auberjonois, Kasey Mahaffy, Kyle Hester, Tom Patterson and J.Paul Boehmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

May 06, 202456 sec

Introducing...Arts Educators Save The World

Arts Educators Save The World is a weekly podcast that brings successful artists together in conversation with their mentors. Season One guests include Lin-Manuel Miranda, Robert Lopez, Josh Radnor, Annaleigh Ashford, and more. Subscribe today to be inspired by how these educators and mentors changed the lives of some of our favourite artists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 202443 min

Introducing...RE: Dracula

Today we are sharing Re: Dracula, a bite-sized audio adaptation of the horror classic, featuring a full cast and immersive sound design. Every entry in this epistolary novel is turned into an episode and set to your podcatcher on the day it happens. Find out more about this award-winning audio drama at redracula.live. In this preview it's May 5: Jonathan Harker arrives at Castle Dracula. This episode references the racist pseudoscience of craniometry. Transcript here. This episode featured: Ben ...

Apr 22, 202440 min

Full Play - Romeo and Juliet

***This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/playon and get on your way to being your best self.*** Next Chapter Podcasts presents the complete Play On Podcast series, ROMEO AND JULIET, in its entirety. Next Chapter Podcasts presents the NAATCO and Two River Theater production of “ROMEO AND JULIET”, written by WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE and translated into modern English verse by HANSOL JUNG. The Play On Podcast series, ROMEO AND JULIET, is Directed by DU...

Apr 08, 20243 hr 56 minSeason 13Ep. 8

Romeo and Juliet - Episode 7 - A Glooming Peace

***This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/playon and get on your way to being your best self.*** Juliet’s body is discovered by the Nurse, sending the household into frenzied mourning. Romeo hears news of her death before the Friar’s message arrives to tell him that it’s all a ruse. Grief stricken, Romeo goes to an apothecary for poison which he plans to drink next to Juliet’s body. Paris gets to Juliet’s tomb before Romeo and tries to stop him ...

Mar 25, 202434 minSeason 13Ep. 7

Romeo and Juliet Bonus Content - Brian Quijada

“Music makes you feel thoughts” Composer Brian Quijada describes his journey with Romeo and Juliet and beyond! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 20241 hr 8 min

Romeo and Juliet - Episode 6 - I'll Play The Housewife

Romeo and Juliet reluctantly part ways at dawn before her mother enters to tell Juliet to prepare to marry Paris on Thursday. Juliet protests first to her mother and then to her father, who violently berates her for refusing to marry. Lady Capulet takes her husband’s side and shames Juliet before departing, leaving her to beg the Nurse to intervene. The Nurse, however, advises Juliet to take Paris’s hand and forget about Romeo. Juliet pretends to agree but secretly goes to Friar Laurence’s cell,...

Mar 11, 202434 minSeason 13Ep. 6

Introducing...PlayME from CBC Podcasts

PlayME from CBC Podcasts transforms the way people experience theatre by turning contemporary plays into bingeable audio dramas featuring exciting productions from some of the world’s most acclaimed creators for the stage. More episodes are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/kOXYxw-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 20241 hr 10 min

Romeo and Juliet - Episode 5 - Not The Lark

Benvolio tells the Prince how Mercutio was killed by Tybalt, and Tybalt by Romeo. The Capulets call for Romeo’s execution but the Prince punishes him with banishment from Verona instead. Back at home, Juliet awaits news of her rendezvous with Romeo but when the Nurse arrives and informs her of what has happened, she threatens to kill herself. The Nurse calms her by saying she’ll find Romeo and bring them together. Romeo, hiding in Friar Laurence’s cell, mourns his banishment and threatens to tak...

Feb 26, 202428 minSeason 13Ep. 5

Romeo and Juliet Bonus Content - Mia Katigbak

“We Don’t Want Erasure” Actress Mia Katigbak describes how her work in theater led to an unexpected role as a champion of inclusion for Asian American actors. Plus, why it's possible that Lord Capulet had a fling with Juliet's Nurse! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 13Ep. 2

Romeo and Juliet - Episode 4 - It's A Play About Peter

The following morning, Mercutio and Benvolio find Romeo and tease him mercilessly for ghosting them after the party. Juliet’s nurse arrives with her servingman, Peter, in search of Romeo. The three young men have fun at her expense until Romeo reveals he’s the one she’s looking for. Together, they plan for Juliet to meet him at Friar Laurence’s cell. The Nurse returns to the Capulet’s house and toys with Juliet until she can’t hold back the good news any longer. That evening, in the Friar’s verd...

Feb 12, 202434 minSeason 13Ep. 4

Introducing...'Birds of Empire' from QCODE

New Dakota: 15,000 CE, thousands of years after the fall of our civilization. The Earth has reclaimed the cities and glories of the modern world, returning humanity to a way of life that recalls advanced, ancient civilizations. The histories of the old world survive only as myths and legends. This episode introduce you to Azera: a tribal butcher and daughter of the Queen who knows she's destined for more. After losing her sister at a young age, Azera yearns to prove her worth as a hunter and to ...

Feb 05, 202447 min