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A legend steeped in mystery.... The Marsh King's Daughter written by Hans Christian Anderson is set in the wild Moor Lands of Scandinavia and the exotic, far off shores of ancient Egypt. A tiny baby is placed inside the flower cup of a water lily; Helga is left all alone on the wild marsh. Rescued from certain death by a kindly stork; Helga is taken to her new home, a place where he knows she will be loved and cherished. It is here in the Vikings stronghold, living with her foster mother; Helga's incredible story begins. Helga has a dark, terrifying secret, a secret shared only between mother and daughter; until the arrival of a young warrior, taken prisoner by her father. A young warrior who will change her life forever. A man destined to guide her. A man who will help Helga discover her true identity. Love gives life. The highest love produces the highest life. Only through love can a curse be cured.

Creatives/Company

Author: Hans Christian Anderson
Producer: Byre Theatre