The Widowing of Mrs Holroyd - A Drama in Three Acts

D. H. Lawrence

Editorial: DigiCat

Sinopsis

D. H. Lawrence's "The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd" intricately weaves themes of love, loss, and the struggles of marital dynamics within a gritty, industrial backdrop of early 20th-century England. This one-act play showcases Lawrence's distinctive command of dialogue and character development, utilizing a naturalistic and symbolic literary style that immerses the audience in the turbulent emotional landscape of its characters. The deficiencies of the social fabric and the constraints of societal expectations are laid bare, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of personal freedom in the face of oppressive norms. D. H. Lawrence, an influential figure in modernist literature, was known for his exploration of human relationships and sexuality, heavily influenced by his own experiences growing up in a coal-mining family in the Midlands. His keen observations of the human psyche and the underlying tensions in familial bonds were paramount in shaping this work. The narrative is further colored by his progressive views on gender and individuality, offering a poignant critique of contemporary mores regarding widowhood and intimacy. This play is a compelling read for those interested in early 20th-century literature and the psychological complexity of relationships. Lawrence's exploration of emotional turmoil and desire resonates profoundly, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of human connections. For readers seeking a combination of stark realism and lyrical grace, "The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd" is an essential literary experience.

Disponible desde: 16/09/2022.

Longitud de impresión: 61 páginas.

Poesía y teatro

Otros libros que te pueden interesar

Wing Over Wing

Julie Cadwallader Staub

Wing Over Wing clears a path in the midst of everyday life to reveal the holy— whether catching fireflies at night, waiting at a bus stop, or experiencing the death of a loved one. This collection of beautiful poems lives at the intersection of the sacred and the ordinary, from the swirling flight of birds to conversations with the homeless. Wing Over Wing brims with compassion. The reader will find comfort and sustenance, as well as surprise and laughter, in these pages.

Ver libro

A Rare Recording of William...

William Morris Meredith Jr.

William Morris Meredith Jr. (January 9, 1919 - May 30, 2007), born in New York City, was an American poet and educator. He was Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress from 1978 to 1980, and the recipient of the 1988 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. In the following recordings Mederdith reads his poems "The Wreck of the Thresher," "Parents From The Cheer," "The Illiterate," and "Crossing Over."

Ver libro

The Trials

Dawn King

'Everyone lived like we did! Well maybe not everyone, everyone. But… I wasn't any worse than anyone else.'
The near future. The climate emergency is gathering pace, and our generation is being judged.
The jurors are children. But are they delivering justice – or just taking revenge?
Dawn King's searing play The Trials was first performed at the Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus in January 2022, and was a finalist for the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize. It received its British premiere at the Donmar Warehouse, London, in August 2022, directed by Natalie Abrahami.
The Trials offers an exciting opportunity for theatre companies to address the climate emergency and intergenerational conflict, as the jury of 12 to 17-year-olds hold the stage alongside three adult defendants.

Ver libro

The Walrus Has a Right to Adventure

Billie Collins

'There was a moment... Where it looked at me. The stag. We looked at each other. And I had this feeling like... Like it was gonna show me something.'
Meet Oskar, Rio and Hazel: three people getting on with their lives in different corners of the globe. They've never spoken. They've never met. But they're each about to experience a startling wild-animal encounter. One that will transform the way they think about their world.
From Norway's glittering fjords to Colorado's stunning peaks via Halewood's majestic Tesco, The Walrus Has a Right to Adventure is a swooping, soaring play about instinct, expectation and identity – and what it means to be truly free.
Inspired by real stories from around the world, Billie Collins's powerful and inventive play premiered at the Liverpool Everyman in 2025, directed by Nathan Crossan-Smith.

Ver libro

Otherland

Chris Bush

'Jo and Harry are changing.
Harry is changing more than most, undeniably.
And change is beautiful. Necessary. Terrifying.'
Break-ups aren't just about who gets the CD collection. As Jo and Harry begin to untangle themselves from each other, new worlds start to open up – worlds filled with new partners, new identities, new possibilities…
What kind of women do they want to be, and do they have the courage, or the permission, to get there?
Chris Bush's play Otherland is a bold and beautiful exploration of what it means to be true to yourself in the face of unstoppable change. It premiered at the Almeida Theatre, London, in 2025, directed by Ann Yee.
Otherland was a finalist for the 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize.
'A writer of great wit and empathy'The Times
'One of our most prolific and arresting writers'Evening Standard

Ver libro

Testimony A Tribute to Charlie...

Yusef Komunyakaa

Pulitzer Prize–winning poet Yusef Komunyakaa is well known for his jazz poetry, and this book is the first to bring together the verve and vitality of his oeuvre. The centerpiece of this volume is the libretto "Testimony." Paying homage to Charlie Parker, "Testimony" was commissioned for a radio drama with original music by eminent Australian composer and saxophonist Sandy Evans. Remarkably rich and evocative, encompassing a wide range of musical energy and performers, this moving affirmation of Parker's genius became a milestone in contemporary radio theater. Twenty-eight additional poems spanning the breadth of Komunyakaa's career are included, including two never previously published. Accompanying the poems are interviews and essays featuring Komunyakaa, Evans, radio producer Christopher Williams, jazz critic Miriam Zolin, jazz writer and editor Sascha Feinstein, and musical director, Paul Grabowsky. Sascha Feinstein writes the foreword. The print edition includes two CDs with the entire Australian Broadcast Company recording of Testimony, ebook contains imbedded audio. Check for the online reader's companion at testimony.site.wesleyan.edu.

Ver libro