In this dramatic version of Miguel de Cervantes's classic novel, Don Quixote is driven mad by an overindulgence in fantastic romances, puts on the old family armor, grabs his faithful servant, Sancho Panza, and goes a-tilting at windmills across the Spanish landscape.
In this dramatic version of Miguel de Cervantes's classic novel, Don Quixote is driven mad by an overindulgence in fantastic romances, puts on the old...
In 1677 the French court was rocked by a plot to assassinate King Louis XIV. Many high-ranking noblemen and -women were implicated, including the monarch's own mistress, Madame de Montespan, mother of his illegitimate children. "The Affair of the Poisons," as it came to be known, was carefully hushed up to avoid public scandal, and the perpetrators quietly disposed of. This dramatic account of the uncovering of the murder scheme is simple, straightforward, and immensely powerful in its rendition of an almost incredible real-life event.
In 1677 the French court was rocked by a plot to assassinate King Louis XIV. Many high-ranking noblemen and -women were implicated, including the mona...
Victorien Sardou (1831-1908) was a French dramatist who dominated the French stage in the late 19th century. He is best remembered today for his development, along with Eugene Scribe, of the well-made play. The form has a strong Neoclassical flavor, involving a tight plot and a climax that takes place close to the end of the play. His work A Scrap of Paper (Les Pattes de mouche; 1860) is a model of the well-made play. A foolish letter, written by a young girl, Louise, to her young lover, Prosper, lies hidden in their post-office, a statue. Three years later the girl returns as a Baron's wife....
Victorien Sardou (1831-1908) was a French dramatist who dominated the French stage in the late 19th century. He is best remembered today for his devel...
En 1825, a Amsterdam, Messieurs Balthazar et Cornelius sont a table pendant un orage particulierement fort. Balthazar informe Cornelius qu'il est conscient que ce dernier est amoureux avec Christiane, qui avait ete elevee par la mere de Balthazar, et qui est pratiquement sa s ur. Il donne sa benediction a un mariage entre Cornelius et Christiane. Les choses auraient pu bien se terminer mais un vol viendra les compliquer..."
En 1825, a Amsterdam, Messieurs Balthazar et Cornelius sont a table pendant un orage particulierement fort. Balthazar informe Cornelius qu'il est cons...
