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In a delightful twist of fate, an elderly Athenian becomes hopelessly infatuated with Pasicompsa, a young woman he believes to be his sons new attendant. Unbeknownst to him, she is actually the object of his sons affections. To keep his newfound love a secret from his wife, he arranges for her to stay with a neighbor. However, chaos ensues when the neighbors wife returns home unexpectedly and the son uncovers the truth of where his beloved has been hidden. A comedic web of misunderstandings and romantic entanglements awaits! - Summary by ToddHW

In this delightful comedy, we follow Euclio, a miserly old Athenian who has stumbled upon a hidden pot of gold within his own home. Consumed by fear that his precious treasure will be discovered and taken from him, he becomes increasingly anxious, shifting the gold from one hiding place to another in a frantic effort to keep it safe. Although the original ending of this classic tale has been lost to time, it has been creatively replaced by a new conclusion penned by Antonius Codrus Urceus. Join us for a humorous journey filled with greed, anxiety, and unexpected twists! - Summary by ToddHW

Step into the world of ancient con artistry in this captivating script from around 200 BCE. Phaedromus is hopelessly in love with the beautiful Planesium, who is unfortunately held captive by the greedy Procurer, Cappadox. Lacking the funds to secure her freedom, Phaedromus enlists the help of Curculio, his cunning Parasite, to seek out a loan from a friend in Caris. However, fate takes an unexpected turn when Curculio stumbles upon a series of twists and turns that complicate their plan. Join us for a delightful tale of love, deception, and intrigue. - Summary by ToddHW and Translator

Dive into another delightful comedy by Plautus, where the antics of flawed characters unfold in a web of clever schemes and unexpected twists. Watch as the gullible tradesman, the Ass-Dealer, is outsmarted by cunning slaves and their intricate plots, leading to revelations and just desserts. Join us for a lively performance that highlights the humorous side of human nature. - Summary by ToddHW

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 500+ audiobooks, all ad freeThe gods Jupiter and Mercury take the forms of Amphitryon and Sosia to visit Alcmena just before her husband Amphitryon returns from the war. Then the real Amphitryon and Sosia arrive. Claims and counter- claims of infidelity ensue.

https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection; hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, sounds for sleep/relaxation, and original podcasts - all ad-free!! Dive into the whirlwind world of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements with "Amphitryon or, Jupiter in Disguise." Titus Maccius Plautus' timeless comedy comes alive in this podcast, offering a delightful journey through love, deception, and the follies of infidelity, all set against the enchanting backdrop of ancient mythology. Whether you're a fan of classic literature or just in ...