268 episodes

Known for her roles on stage and screen, as well as her daily radio program "Nocturne" on The New Classical FM, acclaimed actress Marilyn Lightstone now brings classic literature to life with dramatic readings. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast is proudly presented by The New Classical FM & The Zoomer Podcast Network.

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    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 22 Ratings

Known for her roles on stage and screen, as well as her daily radio program "Nocturne" on The New Classical FM, acclaimed actress Marilyn Lightstone now brings classic literature to life with dramatic readings. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast is proudly presented by The New Classical FM & The Zoomer Podcast Network.

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 1-3

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 1-3

    Join Marilyn Lightstone as she revisits the world of Jane Austen with a reading of the renowned romantic novel, Sense and Sensibility.

    Set in Regency Era England, this story follows the life of the Dashwood sisters (Elinor and Marianne) as they are forced to leave their family estate and move to a much more modest home at Barton Cottage, built on the property of a distant relative. Here, they navigate the complex world of love, heartbreak, and social nuances as young women.

    Whether you’re a prudent Elinor or a passionate Marianne, everyone can relate to one of the Dashwood sisters in this timeless tale of sisterhood, romance, and societal expectations.

    Now, without further adieu, here is Marilyn Lightstone to read us Sense and Sensibility!

    Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

    • 34 min
    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 4-7

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 4-7

    Elinor finds herself delicately navigating the complexities of her feelings towards Edward while facing external pressures and societal expectations. As she opens up to Marianne about Edward, she is torn between her warm sentiments for him and the uncertainties that linger.

    Marilyn Lightstone guides us through the complex world of love, wit and social nuances woven into Jane Austen’s classic romantic novel Sense and Sensibility. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

    • 37 min
    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 8-10

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 8-10

    Mrs. Jennings takes on the role of matchmaker, envisioning a romantic connection between Colonel Brandon and Marianne. Yet, a clash of perspectives unfolds as Marianne rejects the notion of matrimony based on Colonel's age.

    Marilyn Lightstone guides us through the complex world of love, wit and social nuances woven into Jane Austen’s classic romantic novel Sense and Sensibility. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

    • 35 min
    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 11-13

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 11-13

    The Dashwood sisters find themselves amid a flurry of invitations for private balls at Banton Park. Marianne is captivated by Willoughby, but Elinor senses complexities beneath the surface.

    Marilyn Lightstone guides us through the complex world of love, wit and social nuances woven into Jane Austen’s classic romantic novel Sense and Sensibility. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world. 

    • 34 min
    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 14-16

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 14-16

    The sudden departure of Colonel Brandon leaves the party feeling let down. Meanwhile, matters between Marianne and Willoughby quickly accelerate.

    Marilyn Lightstone guides us through the complex world of love, wit and social nuances woven into Jane Austen’s classic romantic novel Sense and Sensibility. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

    • 42 min
    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 17-19

    Sense and Sensibility: Chapters 17-19

    Edward's visit sparks discussions on career reluctance, Marianne's belief in happiness beyond wealth, and Elinor's emphasis on treating all people with civility.

    Marilyn Lightstone guides us through the complex world of love, wit and social nuances woven into Jane Austen’s classic romantic novel Sense and Sensibility. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
22 Ratings

22 Ratings

One of the RaeRaes ,

Marilyn Lightstone Excels!

A voice of extraordinary warmth and expression… makes it a true joy to simply sit and listen. These audiobooks are a rare blend of the most talented wordsmiths and a truly top notch narrator. Thank you!

CFMXfan ,

Marilyn Lightstone Reads Jane Eyre

What a delight to discover that Marilyn Lightstone is reading the classics in podcasts! I just finished listening to Jane Eyre. I must have skipped through chapters in high school; much of it was unfamiliar! But Miss Lightstone has the most wonderful voice, and I could picture her as she read it. I was anxious to listen as often and long as I could each day. Fortunately I found this after all episodes were already available. I loved Marilyn Lightstone as Miss Stacy in Anne of Green Gables, and will listen next to the new podcast episodes of it, though I am waiting for several to be available to shorten my wait time between episodes. I have recommended this to my grown daughters; I read Anne of Green Gables to them when they were children, we watched the series on TV and we all loved Miss Stacy. I hope she will read many more classics in future podcasts; I love listening to her. She clearly distinguishes one voice from another and provides just the right amount of drama. What a great choice was made when she was selected to read!

Linda#555 ,

Wonderful reading of A Christmas Carol

So enjoyed listening to this reading. Thanks!!

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