History of Troilus and Cressida

002 - Act I

51 min · 18 de nov de 2025
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The History of Troilus and Cressida has long perplexed both critics and audiences with its erratic tone, oscillating between bawdy comedy and somber tragedy. This complex work features an unheroic and often unsympathetic cast of characters, weaving through a multitude of subplots and locations that can overshadow even its titular figures. We follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus as he pursues the indifferent Cressida, while also witnessing the Greek leader Agamemnons attempts to compel the proud Achilles into battle, alongside the scathing fool Thersites, who critiques the vanity and hypocrisy fueling this war. With a sharp critique of the romance and valor surrounding the Trojan War—as recounted by Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate—this play innovatively experiments with dramatic form, revealing echoes of modernity that resonate even today. Join our dynamic cast—three men (Craig Franklin, Tomas Peter, and Brad Hamlet Filippone) and one woman (Sonia)—as they deliver an unforgettable performance of this intriguing problem play. Think you know Shakespeare? Prepare to be surprised!

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The History of Troilus and Cressida has long perplexed both critics and audiences with its erratic tone, oscillating between bawdy comedy and somber tragedy. This complex work features an unheroic and often unsympathetic cast of characters, weaving through a multitude of subplots and locations that can overshadow even its titular figures. We follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus as he pursues the indifferent Cressida, while also witnessing the Greek leader Agamemnons attempts to compel the proud Achilles into battle, alongside the scathing fool Thersites, who critiques the vanity and hypocrisy fueling this war. With a sharp critique of the romance and valor surrounding the Trojan War—as recounted by Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate—this play innovatively experiments with dramatic form, revealing echoes of modernity that resonate even today. Join our dynamic cast—three men (Craig Franklin, Tomas Peter, and Brad Hamlet Filippone) and one woman (Sonia)—as they deliver an unforgettable performance of this intriguing problem play. Think you know Shakespeare? Prepare to be surprised!

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The History of Troilus and Cressida has long perplexed both critics and audiences with its erratic tone, oscillating between bawdy comedy and somber tragedy. This complex work features an unheroic and often unsympathetic cast of characters, weaving through a multitude of subplots and locations that can overshadow even its titular figures. We follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus as he pursues the indifferent Cressida, while also witnessing the Greek leader Agamemnons attempts to compel the proud Achilles into battle, alongside the scathing fool Thersites, who critiques the vanity and hypocrisy fueling this war. With a sharp critique of the romance and valor surrounding the Trojan War—as recounted by Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate—this play innovatively experiments with dramatic form, revealing echoes of modernity that resonate even today. Join our dynamic cast—three men (Craig Franklin, Tomas Peter, and Brad Hamlet Filippone) and one woman (Sonia)—as they deliver an unforgettable performance of this intriguing problem play. Think you know Shakespeare? Prepare to be surprised!

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episode 004 - Act III artwork

004 - Act III

The History of Troilus and Cressida has long perplexed both critics and audiences with its erratic tone, oscillating between bawdy comedy and somber tragedy. This complex work features an unheroic and often unsympathetic cast of characters, weaving through a multitude of subplots and locations that can overshadow even its titular figures. We follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus as he pursues the indifferent Cressida, while also witnessing the Greek leader Agamemnons attempts to compel the proud Achilles into battle, alongside the scathing fool Thersites, who critiques the vanity and hypocrisy fueling this war. With a sharp critique of the romance and valor surrounding the Trojan War—as recounted by Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate—this play innovatively experiments with dramatic form, revealing echoes of modernity that resonate even today. Join our dynamic cast—three men (Craig Franklin, Tomas Peter, and Brad Hamlet Filippone) and one woman (Sonia)—as they deliver an unforgettable performance of this intriguing problem play. Think you know Shakespeare? Prepare to be surprised!

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episode 003 - Act II artwork

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The History of Troilus and Cressida has long perplexed both critics and audiences with its erratic tone, oscillating between bawdy comedy and somber tragedy. This complex work features an unheroic and often unsympathetic cast of characters, weaving through a multitude of subplots and locations that can overshadow even its titular figures. We follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus as he pursues the indifferent Cressida, while also witnessing the Greek leader Agamemnons attempts to compel the proud Achilles into battle, alongside the scathing fool Thersites, who critiques the vanity and hypocrisy fueling this war. With a sharp critique of the romance and valor surrounding the Trojan War—as recounted by Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate—this play innovatively experiments with dramatic form, revealing echoes of modernity that resonate even today. Join our dynamic cast—three men (Craig Franklin, Tomas Peter, and Brad Hamlet Filippone) and one woman (Sonia)—as they deliver an unforgettable performance of this intriguing problem play. Think you know Shakespeare? Prepare to be surprised!

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episode 002 - Act I artwork

002 - Act I

The History of Troilus and Cressida has long perplexed both critics and audiences with its erratic tone, oscillating between bawdy comedy and somber tragedy. This complex work features an unheroic and often unsympathetic cast of characters, weaving through a multitude of subplots and locations that can overshadow even its titular figures. We follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus as he pursues the indifferent Cressida, while also witnessing the Greek leader Agamemnons attempts to compel the proud Achilles into battle, alongside the scathing fool Thersites, who critiques the vanity and hypocrisy fueling this war. With a sharp critique of the romance and valor surrounding the Trojan War—as recounted by Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate—this play innovatively experiments with dramatic form, revealing echoes of modernity that resonate even today. Join our dynamic cast—three men (Craig Franklin, Tomas Peter, and Brad Hamlet Filippone) and one woman (Sonia)—as they deliver an unforgettable performance of this intriguing problem play. Think you know Shakespeare? Prepare to be surprised!

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