Details

A 19th century romantic comedy. The Adoring Sir Abel Buckethorne has, since their birth, groomed his nephew and niece for marriage. They marry each other as per his wishes only to find that they aren't sure that's what they want. Following the marriage ceremony they are confronted by Lord Minever who has desires upon the new bride. His plan to annul the marriage creates havoc. Meanwhile Sir Abel's close friend Tony Nettletop comes face to face with the love of his life Lady Aurora Fullalove who twelve years previously married another leaving him distraught. Add to this Faith, the lady's maid, who has discovered her previous love, Mopus in the service of Tony Nettletop and there are plenty of revelations when they all meet in the maze. Sponsored by Scottish Courage

Cast/Performers

Eileen Batty (Lady Aurora Fullalove), Robert Benfield (Tony Nettletop), Cate Debenham Taylor (Mrs Buckethorne), Nick Caldecott (Lord Minever), Claire Carrie (Faith), Sam Dastor (Sir Abel Buckethorne), Paul Harvard (Mopus), Martin Hutson (Colonel Buckethorne)

Creatives/Company

Author: Dion Boucicault
Producer: The Watermill
Director: Timothy Sheader
Design: Philip Whitcomb
Lighting: Oliver Febwick