A Book of Burlesques

A lively assortment of short, theatrical sketches invites listeners into a world where the ordinary is turned into sharp, comic performance. From a tongue‑in‑cheek “Philosophical Discussion” on death staged in a dimly lit parlor to a mock‑serious “Visionary” and a word‑free “Artist” piece, each work is framed like a brief play, complete with stage directions, dialogue and occasional verse. The humor is rooted in the everyday—pallbearers muttering about sudden loss, a wedding reduced to a terse cue sheet, and a satirical take on music and medicine—allowing the listener to hear familiar scenes echo with absurdity.

The collection moves through a range of tones, from dry, observational wit to lively, almost musical passages that play with rhythm and form. Its eclectic mix of dialogues, monologues and free‑verse glimpses provides a snapshot of early‑twentieth‑century culture, all filtered through a sharply comedic lens that rewards attentive ears and a taste for the unexpected.