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Robin Hawdon

    Robin Hawdon je britský dramatik, ktorého hry boli uvedené vo viac ako štyridsiatich krajinách a dvadsiatich jazykoch. Jeho romány sa zaoberajú zásadnými otázkami, ako je vplyv vedy na ľudský pokrok, ale aj predsudkami, ktoré tento pokrok brzdia. Hawdon rozpráva silné ľudské príbehy, ktoré sú často vzájomne prepojené. Jeho literárny prístup sa vyznačuje hĺbkou a skúmaním zložitých spoločenských a filozofických tém.

    Robin Hawdon
    Birthday Suite
    God and Stephen Hawking
    The Land, The Land
    Survival of the Fittest
    Dokonalá svatba
    Zašušťanie v tráve
    • Pozoruhodný alegorický príbeh o mierumilovnej spoločnosti, ktorú nepriateľský vpád urputne rozvracia. Rovinatá krajina sa vo vlahom povetrí vlní pokojne a nerušene, ďaleko od vojen a všetkých strastí ľudstva. Keď sa však prizrieme bližšie, čo to šuští v tráve, odhalíme mravčiu ríšu plnú chaosu a zmätkov. Kolónia čiernych mravcov sa práve prebúdza po dlhom zimnom spánku a čaká ju nemilé prekvapenie – červené mravce sa v arogantných šíkoch valia po mravenisku a ničia všetko, čo im príde do cesty.

      Zašušťanie v tráve
    • Dokonalá svatba

      • 176 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania

      Divadelní program (texty Zdeněk Hořínek a Jitka Šotkovská) - premiéra 27. a 28. března 2010 na Činoherní scéně Městského divadla Brno. Konverzační komedie zkušeného britského dramatika Robina Hawdona slavila úspěchy na mnoha evropských jevištích. Ráno před svatbou se Bill probudí v posteli po noci, kterou si nepamatuje, s dívkou, kterou nezná, a navíc si ani nepamatuje, co se mezi nimi dělo? A dívka říká, že leccos. Nezbývá než ji okamžitě ukrýt do koupelny a za vydatné pomoci svědka Toma a nebohé, do věci omylem zapletené pokojské Julie, se pokusit vše utajit před nevěstou a její matkou. Vše se navíc definitivně zaplete ve chvíli, kdy Tom zjistí, která to dívka s Billem strávila noc. Vše v této komedii záměn, lží a nedorozumění spěje k nevyhnutelné katastrofě, která se nakonec ukáže paradoxně být tím nejšťastnějším řešením.

      Dokonalá svatba
    • Does God really exist? Are science and religion incompatible bedfellows? Charles Darwin shook philosophy to its foundations with his theory of evolution, yet strangely, he himself refrained from commenting in depth about the religious implications for fear of adding to the furor. But suppose that he did in fact write down his conclusions as a secret addendum to his seminal work, Origin of Species. And suppose his beloved wife, Emma, who kept her own secret journal, was the only other person to know of this hidden postscript. The novel Survival of the Fittest is the modern story of the search.

      Survival of the Fittest
    • The Land, The Land

      • 208 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania
      4,3(25)Ohodnotiť

      The story follows a devoted farmer whose deep connection to his land shapes his life and values. As he navigates the challenges of farming and the changing world around him, his passion for the earth and commitment to his heritage drive his actions. Themes of perseverance, love for nature, and the bond between man and land are woven throughout, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of rural life. The narrative explores the farmer's relationships with family, community, and the environment, showcasing the importance of stewardship and tradition.

      The Land, The Land
    • Birthday Suite

      • 74 stránok
      • 3 hodiny čítania

      A special birthday surprise for Bob quickly spirals into chaos as mistaken identities and unexpected encounters unfold. Geoff's plan includes a hotel room, a foldable bed, and the alluring Mimi, but the situation complicates with the arrival of shy Kate, waiting for her date, and Bob's unsuspecting wife, Liz. The connecting door between the two rooms sets the stage for a comedic mix-up involving two women and three men, leading to a night filled with laughter and misunderstandings.

      Birthday Suite
    • Comedy / Characters: 3 male, 3 femaleScenery: InteriorThis boulevard comedy was a smash hit in Paris, where it played for over two years, and in London, where critical acclaim greeted the Apollo Theatre production. Bernard is planing a weekend with his chic Parisian mistress in a French farmhouse. He has arranged for a cordon bleu cook to prepare gourmet delights, is packing his wife Jacqueline off to her mother's, and has even invited his best friend to provide the alibi. It's foolproof; what could possibly go wrong? Suppose Robert turns up not knowing why he has been invited? Suppose Robert and Jacqueline are secret lovers? What happens if the cook is mistaken for the mistress and the mistress is unable to cook? An evening of hilarious confusion ensues as Bernard and Robert improvise at breakneck speed."Hurtling along at the speed of light, [this] breathtaking farce is a near faultless piece of theatrical invention." Guardian."Nifty." London Sunday Times

      Don't Dress for Dinner
    • Perfect Wedding

      • 103 stránok
      • 4 hodiny čítania
      3,6(34)Ohodnotiť

      ComedyCharacters: 2 male, 4 femaleInterior SetA man wakes up in the bridal suite on his wedding morning to find an extremely attractive naked girl in bed beside him. In the depths of a stag night hangover, he can't even remember meeting her. Before he can get her out, his bride to be arrives to dress for the wedding and, in the ensuing panic, the girl is locked in the bathroom. The best man is persuaded to claim her, but he gets confused and introduces the chamber maid

      Perfect Wedding
    • Almost Famous

      Recollections

      • 216 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      Robin Hawdon's multifaceted career encompasses acting, directing, and writing across stage, TV, and film, with notable achievements including a near-casting as James Bond. His plays have been showcased in over forty countries, highlighting his global impact in theatre. Alongside his successes, he has faced significant challenges, offering a rich narrative of resilience in the competitive world of show business.

      Almost Famous
    • Charlie Poons Pomes

      • 70 stránok
      • 3 hodiny čítania

      This poetry collection, crafted by a British playwright, is designed specifically for his grandchildren. It reflects themes of family, imagination, and the joys of childhood, inviting young readers into a world of playful language and vivid imagery. The poems aim to engage and inspire, fostering a love for literature in the next generation while celebrating the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.

      Charlie Poons Pomes