King Lear's Wife; The Crier by Night; The Riding to Lithend; Midsummer-Eve; Laodice and Danaë

A compact yet richly varied set of early‑twentieth‑century dramas invites listeners into poetic worlds where stagecraft and verse intertwine. The first piece unfolds as a reflective monologue spoken by a queen’s consort, her words moving between the measured cadence of a long‑lost poet and a tender homage to another creator. The language is lyrical, the setting intimate, and the feelings of longing, artistic envy, and quiet devotion feel immediate.

The remaining works shift tone and scene: a nocturnal town crier whose proclamations echo deeper social undercurrents; a midsummer evening where enchantment threads through ordinary lives; a mythic dialogue between Laodice and Danaë that feels both classical and freshly imagined; and a brief, vivid journey across an imagined landscape toward “Lithend.” Each play is concise, its verses crisp, offering a blend of humor, melancholy, and wonder that makes the collection feel like a series of whispered performances, perfect for an attentive ear.