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  Eve Of Ides - An Audioplay Of...

  David Blixt

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  Step into the gripping world of intrigue and betrayal with "Eve Of Ides," an immersive audio drama that delves into the untold story behind the night preceding Julius Caesar's fateful assassination. Join Caesar, Brutus, and Antony at a feast where secrets are unveiled, and destinies are sealed. 
  March 14, 44 BC. Elected Dictator of Rome, Caesar is about to embark on a new war in the East to avenge an old friend. With just one meeting of the Senate standing between him and his foes, Caesar attends a farewell dinner. Unknown to him, several of the guests are plotting to end his life. Among them is Brutus, who is deeply conflicted about the plan, struggling with both morality and mortality. As the tension rises, Antony poses the question of the best way to meet one's end. Caesar's poignant response, "What does it matter, so long as it's quick?" sets the stage for a journey that intertwines history with Shakespeare, delving into the unexplored relationships between the key players of the age – Caesar, Brutus, and Antony. 
  "Eve Of Ides" brings history to life, captivating audiences with a riveting narrative. Featuring stellar performances by Edward Gero as Caesar, Robert Kauzlaric as Brutus, and David Blixt as Mark Antony, supported by an exceptional cast including Ian Geers, John Lepard, Sam Hubbard, and Janice L Blixt. Directed by the talented Robert Kauzlaric, this audio drama promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of power, politics, and the human condition. Don't miss the chance to experience history in its most vivid and dramatic form!

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  Othello | Shakespeare for kids -...

  Jeanette Vigon

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  Step into the heart of Venice and the windswept shores of Cyprus with "Othello," a captivating adaptation of Shakespeare's timeless tale of love, jealousy, and betrayal, thoughtfully reimagined for children by Jeanette Vigon. This version preserves the core of Shakespeare's story while transforming it into an accessible narrative that young readers will find both engaging and educational. 
  Highlights Include:Simplified Shakespeare: Jeanette Vigon masterfully adapts the complex themes and language of "Othello" into a story that's easy for kids to understand and enjoy.A Tale of Adventure and Morals: Discover the exotic locales of Venice and Cyprus through the eyes of Othello, a noble general, as he navigates the treacherous waters of friendship and love, teaching valuable lessons about trust and honesty along the way.Interactive Learning Experience: This book invites children to explore the richness of Shakespeare's work in a fun and interactive way, encouraging them to appreciate literature and the timeless themes that continue to resonate today. 
  "Othello" is not just a book; it's a doorway to imagination and learning, perfect for young readers and families to explore together. Whether for educational purposes or just a captivating bedtime story, this adaptation brings the magic of one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies to life for a new generation.

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  Webs & Roses - A Poetry Collection

  Megan Linski

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  Journey through this collection of poems as the author recounts her teenage and college years, each line describing a young woman's adventure through life, love, faith, and loss.

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  Blackout Songs (NHB Modern Plays)

  Joe White

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  A chance encounter at an AA meeting and they're drawn to one another. Then later, once they're drinking again, they both have this almost-feeling that they might have met before – could even have been together, sometime in the past... They should really get sober together and figure it all out: that would be a worthwhile project. Maybe they will. Just after one last drink...
  A compassionate and unflinching study of love, addiction and memory, Joe White's play Blackout Songs was first performed at Hampstead Theatre, London, in November 2022, directed by Guy Jones.

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  Red or Dead

  David Peace

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  'That's all I ask from anyone. That we try to make the people happy.'
  Bill Shankly had one aim: to make Liverpool Football Club invincible.
  As its manager from 1959, he secured the team promotion, the First Division title, the FA Cup and success in Europe. For fifteen years, he defined what it was to be a Liverpool fan, and demanded total loyalty from his players and coaches. A loyalty that Bill hoped would be repaid when he retired...
  David Peace's iconic novel Red or Dead is the fictionalised story of a game, a life, and a man of two halves. This stage version was adapted and directed by Phillip Breen, and first performed at Liverpool's Royal Court in 2025, with a cast including Peter Mullan as Bill Shankly.
  The novel was shortlisted for the Goldsmiths Prize and has been widely acclaimed:
  'David Peace brings perfect pitch to this ode to Bill Shankly's Liverpool reign' Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Observer
  'A love letter to a great manager, an elegy to the beautiful game' Independent
  'So hypnotic that even the football-averse might enjoy it' Guardian

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  Paper Gun

  Robert Redbone

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  Paper Gun is a compelling  tale of life, love and emotion.  
  When a  trip to Reno  to get married turns into  a life-changing adventure for  young lovers Johnny and Heather.  
   Running from the law, the media and their own mistakes the  two inexperienced criminals find their way forward on an unexpected path to a better life. 
  Author Robert Redbone  reveals the details at a brisk pace . A clever resourceful novel  of love , morality  and  life’s realities

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