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Bourgeois Gentleman

Step into the world of Bourgeois Gentleman, where the aspirations of a middle-class social climber collide with the realities of high society.

Podcast · By Molière · English · Official site

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Aug 24, 2026
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  1. Episode · Aug 24, 2026

    Lying Lover or, The Ladies' Friendship-Richard Steele (opens the original)

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    Step into the world of Bourgeois Gentleman, where the aspirations of a middle-class social climber collide with the realities of high society. Monsieur Jourdain, convinced that mastering the manners and arts of a true gentleman will elevate his status, becomes the perfect target for Molières sharp satire. This timeless piece, originally performed in 1670 before the court of Louis XIV and accompanied by music from Jean-Baptiste Lully, offers a witty critique of both the pretentious bourgeoisie an

  2. Episode · Aug 23, 2026

    Hamilton-George Arliss, Mary P. Hamlin (opens the original)

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    Step into the world of Bourgeois Gentleman, where the aspirations of a middle-class social climber collide with the realities of high society. Monsieur Jourdain, convinced that mastering the manners and arts of a true gentleman will elevate his status, becomes the perfect target for Molières sharp satire. This timeless piece, originally performed in 1670 before the court of Louis XIV and accompanied by music from Jean-Baptiste Lully, offers a witty critique of both the pretentious bourgeoisie an

  3. Episode · Aug 22, 2026

    Love Chase-James Sheridan Knowles (opens the original)

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    Step into the world of Bourgeois Gentleman, where the aspirations of a middle-class social climber collide with the realities of high society. Monsieur Jourdain, convinced that mastering the manners and arts of a true gentleman will elevate his status, becomes the perfect target for Molières sharp satire. This timeless piece, originally performed in 1670 before the court of Louis XIV and accompanied by music from Jean-Baptiste Lully, offers a witty critique of both the pretentious bourgeoisie an

  4. Episode · Aug 21, 2026

    Sir Harry Wildair-George Farquhar (opens the original)

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    Step into the world of Bourgeois Gentleman, where the aspirations of a middle-class social climber collide with the realities of high society. Monsieur Jourdain, convinced that mastering the manners and arts of a true gentleman will elevate his status, becomes the perfect target for Molières sharp satire. This timeless piece, originally performed in 1670 before the court of Louis XIV and accompanied by music from Jean-Baptiste Lully, offers a witty critique of both the pretentious bourgeoisie an

  5. Episode · Aug 20, 2026

    Shakuntala-Kalidasa (opens the original)

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    Step into the world of Bourgeois Gentleman, where the aspirations of a middle-class social climber collide with the realities of high society. Monsieur Jourdain, convinced that mastering the manners and arts of a true gentleman will elevate his status, becomes the perfect target for Molières sharp satire. This timeless piece, originally performed in 1670 before the court of Louis XIV and accompanied by music from Jean-Baptiste Lully, offers a witty critique of both the pretentious bourgeoisie an

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