"A Marriage Has Been Arranged: A Duologue" by Alfred Sutro is a witty and insightful one-act play exploring themes of ar......more
The Union: Cease Your Funning by Charles Kendal Bushe offers a sharp and insightful commentary on the political and soci......more
Experience the wit and charm of Gioacchino Rossini’s celebrated opera, "The Barber of Seville," in this meticulously pre......more
Explore the timeless tale of strength and tragedy in "Hercules: A Musical Drama," as originally performed at Oxford and ......more
The Romance Of An Hour, A Comedy by Hugh Kelly, is a delightful two-act play that was performed to great acclaim at the ......more
Explore the fascinating world of 18th-century theatre with John Dennis’s "The Characters And Conduct Of Sir John Edgar, ......more
"Athalia" is a compelling historical drama by Johann Nepomuk von PoiÃl, likely in collaboration with Johann Gottfried W......more
Isacco Figura Del Redentore is a dramatic work intended for musical performance, specifically crafted for the court thea......more
"Hercules Oeteus, Das Ist, Der Unter Der Götter-zahl Auffgenommene Hercules" is a historical dramatic work. This edition......more
Rediscover the charm of William Vincent Wallace’s opera, "Maritana," in this edition featuring the original English text......more
"I Baccanali Di Roma: Melo-dramma Eroico In 2 Atti" is a compelling operatic work by Pietro Generali. This historical dr......more
"The Chinaid, Or The ’persÃ]’ Of Ãschylus Burlesqued" is a humorous and inventive parody of Aeschylus’s "The Persians."......more
"Die BrÃ1/4der: Mythische Tragödie In 3 Akth" is a classical tragedy by Carl Joseph Schmidt. This three-act drama explor......more
"The Mystic Midgets’ Liliputian Carnival Of Nations: A Cantata In Two Acts" is a charming early 20th-century musical wor......more
Shakspearian Drolls is a fascinating glimpse into the performance history of Shakespeare’s plays. This volume presents e......more
"The English Words Of The ’pass Play’ At Ober-ammergau" offers a unique glimpse into the renowned Passion Play performed......more
"The True Macbeth. A Critical Essay" by Homer B. Sprague offers a detailed examination of Shakespeare’s play "Macbeth," ......more
"Pythias and Damon; or, A New Way to Pay Old Debts" is a play reflecting themes of friendship and sacrifice, rooted in c......more
Explore the theatrical landscape of the early 20th century with "Another Way Out," a compelling play by Lawrence Langner......more
"The Theatre in Its Relation to the State" offers a compelling examination of the symbiotic and sometimes contentious re......more
"In 1999; a Problem Play of the Future" by William C. DeMille offers a glimpse into a utopian vision of the future as im......more
The Death of Titian is a one-act play by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, presented here in English translation. The drama unfolds......more
L’assommoir Pour Rire is a humorous stage adaptation of Émile Zola’s novel, "L’Assommoir." This one-act play, crafted by......more
"The Night of the Kings; a Dramatic Poem" by Antonio Cippico, originally published in 1919, is a compelling work that bl......more
"Dante: A Dramatic Poem" reimagines the life and works of the iconic Italian poet Dante Alighieri in dramatic verse. Thi......more
"Le Juif Polonais" (The Polish Jew) is a compelling drama by the renowned French authors Erckmann-Chatrian. Set against ......more
Nabucodonosor, commonly known as Nabucco, is an opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi. The Italian libretto was written b......more
"Like and Unlike: A Drama in Two Acts" by Joseph Munt Langford presents a compelling narrative crafted for the stage. Th......more
"A Budget of Notes and Memoranda On the Life and Works of Shakespeare, And On the History of the Early English Stage" by......more
Immortality is the autobiography of Joseph Jefferson, a celebrated American actor of the 19th century. Published posthum......more
The Money Spinner: An Original Comedy in Two Acts, by Arthur Wing Pinero, is a delightful example of late Victorian come......more
Easy Latin Plays by Mary Letitia Newman offers a collection of simple dramatic pieces designed for students beginning th......more
Step back in time to the golden age of Broadway with "Mr. Bluebeard", a captivating musical comedy presented in its orig......more
Rediscover the powerful drama of "Memnon: A Tragedy In Five Acts," by Henry Guy Carleton. This meticulously restored edi......more
Rediscover the wit and charm of 17th-century Spanish theater with Juan de Matos Fragoso’s celebrated comedy, "La Tia De ......more
"La Nina De Gomez Arias" is a compelling play by the renowned Spanish playwright Pedro CalderÃ3n de la Barca. A classic ......more
"Bartholomew Faire" is a celebrated comedy by Ben Jonson, first performed in 1614. Set during the bustling Bartholomew F......more
Too Lovely Black-ey’d Susan is a burlesque adaptation of Douglas Jerrold’s popular drama "Black-Ey’d Susan." Written by ......more
The University of Kansas (KU) is a public research university and the largest university in the state of Kansas. Created......more
"When The Dawn Is Come: A Tragedy In Three Acts" by Thomas MacDonagh is a compelling dramatic work that explores themes ......more
El Cid Campeador: An Opera in Three Acts, Eight Scenes transports audiences to 11th-century Spain in this compelling his......more
"The New Nautical Comic Opera In Two Acts, Billee Taylor" is a delightful example of late 19th-century British musical t......more
Semiramide is a grand opera in two acts by Gioachino Rossini to an Italian libretto by Gaetano Rossi, based on Voltaire’......more
Rediscover the charm of 19th-century theater with J.R. PlanchÃ(c)’s delightful vaudeville comedy, "The Follies of a Nigh......more
Acid Drops; a Play in One Act by Gertrude E. Jennings offers a concise and engaging dramatic experience. Written in the ......more
This edition presents Washington Irvingâ(TM)s classic tale, "Rip Van Winkle," adapted into a two-act Romantic drama by ......more
Dive into the profound philosophical underpinnings of Shakespeare’s immortal tragedy, "Hamlet," with this insightful exp......more
"The Complaint of Rosamond", by John Payne Collier, presents a dramatic and poetic exploration of the life and lament of......more
âThe Queen of Sheba, â an opera in four acts by Carl Goldmark, with a libretto by S. H. Mosenthal, is a classic of t......more
Aunt Maggie’s Will: A Comedy In Three Acts, by Mary Elizabeth Gale, presents a delightful and engaging story for the sta......more
"The Drums of Oude; A Play In One Act" by Austin Strong offers a poignant glimpse into the psychological landscape of so......more
"Parsifal; a Study of Wagner’s Music Drama" offers an in-depth exploration of Richard Wagner’s final opera. W. L. Wilmsh......more
"The Oedipus Tyrannus," also known as "Oedipus Rex" or "Oedipus the King," is a timeless Greek tragedy by Sophocles. Thi......more
âThe Rosciad, â a satirical poem by Charles Churchill, lampoons the theatrical scene of 18th-century London. Taking ......more
Rip Van Winkle: An Original, American, Comic Opera In Three Acts presents a fascinating intersection of American literat......more
The Village Coquette is a delightful example of 18th-century English comedy. Written by Thomas Rogers, this play offers ......more
âThaïsâ is a lyric comedy in three acts and seven scenes by Jules Massenet, with a libretto by Louis Gallet, based o......more
The Shakspere Society Of Philadelphia is a collection of papers and discussions presented before the Shakspere Society o......more
âThe Far-away Princess: A Comedy In One Actâ by Hermann Sudermann is a delightful and engaging play, perfect for ama......more
"The Triumph of Bohemia: A Forest Play" by George Sterling and Edward Faber Schneider is a captivating dramatic work tha......more
12+, any gender; cast may be expanded as desired The barnyard animals eat, sleep, and breathe the game of melonball. The......more
7 to 20+ Actors STUFF! A Curious Collection playfully explores the power of stuff to inspire story creation, and the pow......more
"Bantry Bay, Or, The Loyal Peasants: A Comic Opera, In Two Acts" is a charming theatrical piece that offers a glimpse in......more
The Gambler’s Wife is a compelling dramatic work by Rose Collet. This play delves into the complexities of relationships......more
De Geveinsde Kwaaker, or "The Feigned Quack," is a Dutch comedy by Hendrik van Halmael. This play, subtitled "Blyspel. O......more
âKing Charles The First: An Historical Tragedyâ by Mr. Havard, presents a dramatic exploration of the life and reign......more
Calliroe is a heroic opera in two acts by Giuseppe Farinelli with an Italian libretto by Gaetano Rossi. This edition pre......more
"Ech Chellu Icun!! Commedia" is a comedic play by Carmelo Camilleri. Dive into this engaging narrative filled with humor......more
Enjoy a collection of plays by the renowned William Schwenck Gilbert, best known for his collaborations with Arthur Sull......more
"Passover-night: A Bible Mystery-play In Three Scenes" by William Henry Temple Gairdner, offers a dramatic interpretatio......more
âThe Village: A Comedy In One Actâ by Octave Feuillet offers a glimpse into 19th-century village life through a humo......more
"Yagowanea: An Indian Play In One Act" offers a rare glimpse into Native American culture as interpreted in the early 20......more
Il Giuramento, also known as The Oath, is a melodramatic opera in three acts. Originally composed by Saverio Mercadante ......more
Title: A Tale of Mystery ... Second edition, with etchings after designs by Tresham. Publisher: British Library, Histori......more
Title: Il Matrimonio Segreto. The Secret Marriage. A comic opera in two acts [and in prose and verse]. English Libretto ......more
Title: Sidney Cooper’s Comic Pantomime, Dick Whittington and his Cat. Christmas, 1886-7. Publisher: British Library, His......more
This is a newly typeset edition of the libretto for "The Bohemian Girl," a grand opera in three acts. It premiered in Am......more
A Tell-tale Eyebrow: A Comedy In Two Acts is a delightful stage play by Esther Brown Tiffany. This charming comedy is pe......more
"History Plays For The Grammar Grades" offers a collection of dramatic works designed for use in elementary school class......more
"La Felicità Dell’anfriso" is a dramatic composition by Pietro Alessandro Guglielmi with libretto by Giuseppe Pagliuca. ......more
"King Stephen; An Historical Drama In Seven Tableaux" is a compelling completion of John Keats’s unfinished dramatic fra......more
Rediscover the wit and charm of Thomas Morton’s "Town And Country," a delightful comedy in five acts. First published in......more
"Observations On The Colax Of Menander And The Eunuch Of Terence" (1906) offers a detailed examination of two significan......more
"Wild Oats" is a play written by Joshua Denovan, originally published in 1897. This microform edition preserves the text......more
Shakespeare; a Syllabus of Twelve Lectures, by Edward Howard Griggs, offers a structured exploration of William Shakespe......more
Rediscover a forgotten gem of American theater with "Imps and Angels: A Comed - Vaudeville" by Page and McCarty. This de......more
This is a rare English translation of Schiller’s dramatic poem "Turandot, the Chinese Sphinx." Rendered in verse by Mary......more
Experience the uproarious satire of Henry Fielding’s "Tom Thumb: A Tragedy, As It Is Acted at the Theatre in the Hay-Mar......more
"America’s Gifts to the Old World: A Pageant Or Masque for Home Economics Students" is a historical dramatic work intend......more
The Coming of the Mayflower: A Pilgrim Pageant, by Rosamond Kimball, offers a dramatic portrayal of the Pilgrims’ journe......more
"Un Soir a Hernani" brings together the works of two literary giants, Victor Hugo and Edmond Rostand. This collection de......more
âThe Old Peabody Pew: Dramatizedâ is a charming and heartwarming play adapted from the beloved story by Kate Douglas......more
"The Singing Soul: A Chinese Play in One Act" is a delightful farce by Henry Backus and Emma Henriette Schermeyer Backus......more
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization......more
"Posthumous Fragments of Margaret Nicholson" is an early work by Percy Bysshe Shelley, offering a glimpse into the poet’......more
Tragedy of Judith [Giuditta], by Paolo Giacometti, is a classic 19th-century drama exploring themes of betrayal, revenge......more
"Christmas Speakin’ at Skaggs’s Skule" is a charming collection of Christmas-themed dramatic readings and short plays, p......more
The new School-ma’am: A Sketch in one Act is a short play by G.H. McArthur, originally published in 1916. This one-act d......more
âCatherine Howard, Or, The Throne, the Tomb, and the Scaffoldâ by William E. Suter is a historical play in three act......more
âAngelo, or, The Actress of Padua: A Play in Four Actsâ by Gilbert Abbott à Beckett, offers a compelling glimpse in......more