Arthur Wing Pinero

Arthur Wing Pinero was a prominent British playwright and actor born on May 24, 1855. He emerged as a significant figure in the late Victorian and Edwardian theatre, renowned for his keen insights into social issues and human relationships. Pinero's works often combined humor with poignant reflections on the complexities of life, showcasing his ability to capture the nuances of his era. Some of his most notable plays include "The Magistrate" and "Trelawny of the 'Wells'," which continue to resonate with audiences for their wit and depth.

As you explore the world of Arthur Wing Pinero in this audiobook app, you'll find a collection of his plays that reflect the vibrancy and challenges of his time. His storytelling offers a delightful blend of comedy and drama, inviting listeners to ponder the human experience. Whether you're a seasoned theatre lover or new to his work, Pinero's unique voice promises an engaging journey into the heart of early 20th-century drama.

The Thunderbolt

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Called "An episode in the history of a provincial family", where "their faults of manner and breeding are precisely the fault…

The Big Drum

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Another Pinero play. Biting satire this time, ironic comedy - not a farce. The Big Drum, a novel being written by Phil, one of the main char…

Mid-Channel

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The marriage of Theodore and Zoe Blundell is not going well, but before divorcing they consider a trial separation. Will they get back toget…

The Beauty Stone

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Not your usual Pinero play. Gilbert and Sullivan had stopped collaborating, and so Pinero - at the height of his very successful career - an…

The Gay Lord Quex

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Lord Quex, after a life of philandering, has decided to reform and marry. But he is not believed, particularly by the guardian of his intend…

The Times

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Percy Egerton-Bompas, M.P., and Mrs Bompas have secrets in their family. Which promise grave difficulties as they try to marry off their dau…

The Freaks: An Idyll of Suburbia

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When Mrs. Herrick's brother Charlie dies, he leaves his money in trust for members of the circus he used to own under the name of "Sega…

The Schoolmistress

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The second of Pinero's farces, following the wildly successful The Magistrate, and likewise a hit. The Schoolmistress has a secret: "Th…

The Cabinet Minister

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Mr. Pinero holds that farce should treat of probable people placed in possible circumstances, but regarded from a point of view which exagge…

The "Mind The Paint" Girl

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Another Pinero play from the early 1900s. With a social message about the effects of stardom on the star as well as those that love them. &q…

The Notorious Mrs. Ebbsmith

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Lucas Cleeve is living in Venice with a widow, Mrs. Ebbsmith. His relatives do not accept this arrangement and come to intervene. Note that …

Trelawny of the Wells

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A theater, various actors and actresses, their admirers, financial backers, etc. The star Rose Trelawny wants to leave the stage for love, b…

Preserving Mr Panmure

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Mr. St. John ["sinjin"] Panmure is having trouble dealing with his family obligations, political party machinations, and his house…

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