Résultats pour "Susanna" dans Divertissement et arts du spectacle

In a world where duty clashes with desire, Donna Isabella is determined to resist her fathers choice of husband, Don Guzman. Meanwhile, Donna Violantes father has his own plans, envisioning her as a nun. When Isabella is unexpectedly attacked and taken in by Violante, a whirlwind of intrigue unfolds. With confidential letters, hidden identities, scheming servants, and clever disguises, this tale promises a delightful mix of drama and comedy. Rumor has it that Jane Austen even staged a family performance of this captivating play! This version is a condensed and rearranged adaptation from 1893, ...

In a delightful twist of romantic entanglements, Sir Richard is determined to see his daughter Valeria wed a Navy Captain. However, Valeria’s heart lies with the charming Ensign Lovely. As tensions rise and rivalries bloom, the stage is set for a comedic exploration of love, loyalty, and the allure of gaming at Lady Revellers Basset-Table. Join us for a lively tale filled with wit and unexpected turns!

In this delightful comedy, Centlivres second play, first unveiled in 1702, boldly showcases the talents of a female playwright. The title hints at the charming chaos that unfolds as dueling suitors vie for the affections of a young lady and her heiress cousin. With soldiers returning from conquest, their hearts set on winning over the fair ladies, the stage is set for a rollicking farce filled with colorful characters a loving father, a former mistress, a foppish suitor, and a fortune-hunting rogue. Join us for an entertaining romp through love, rivalry, and humor! - Summary by ToddHW

Susanna Clarke discusses her remarkable debut novel, the BookSense Book of the Year, Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell with her friend, novelist Neil Gaiman. Set in an alternate version of England in the early 1800s, an England in which the people yearn to recapture the practical magic of an earlier era, this fantasy novel combines the wit of Jane Austen with rollicking adventure and hilarious scholarly footnotes.