Wed 18 Nov · 6:30pm
The University of Melbourne · Melbourne
a one-day ensemble brings Jonson's satire to life
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First performed at the Globe Theatre in early 1606, perhaps just weeks before the premiere of Macbeth, Ben Jonson’s timeless satire Volpone explores the insatiable desire for advancement and power through riches.
Volpone is a beast fable, in which every character is named for an animal whose traits they embody. It tells the story of a cunning ‘fox’ who accumulates ever more wealth by pretending to be on his deathbed and starting a bidding war amongst visitors hoping to be named in his will. To what lengths will gullible Venetians go for the chance to be named Volpone’s heir? Will the greedy Volpone’s vaulting ambition pay off in the end? And who will get what they deserve in the corrupt city-state of Venice?
Actors and director have one day together as an ensemble before standing script-in-hand in front of an audience, the bare-bones reading allowing the words to take the stage.
Quick answers
When is Play in a Day: Volpone, or The Fox?
Wed 18 Nov 2026, 6:30pm.
Where is it?
The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC.
How much are tickets?
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