The Witch of Edmonton

England, 1971. A black dog is barking on the moors.

Strange happenings are afoot in the village of Edmonton. The local troupe of Morris dancers have fallen out ahead of their annual performance. Two villagers are engaged to be married, but one of them harbours a scandalous secret. And, driven by the superstitions of her whispering neighbours, Elizabeth Sawyer is accused of witchcraft.

It’s getting cold outside. A waxing moon creeps into the sky. Elizabeth Sawyer is trying to stay warm in her hovel on the outskirts of the village. And when she turns on the television, an unexpected visitor arrives.

Written in 1621 by John Ford, Thomas Dekker and William Rowley, The Witch of Edmonton is an early modern folk horror to rival The Wicker Man and Midsommar. Based on the real-life witch trial of Elizabeth Sawyer, this remarkable play challenges the hardened beliefs of its day, and in doing so reveals the dark underside of England’s green and pleasant land. 

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Bar & box office open at 15:30, doors to the theatre open at 16:00 – you can freely choose your seats. The performance will be in English, and have an approx. runtime of 2.5 hours including intermission. 

If you want to come see the show with a group of students, please get in touch via email: gaybeggars(at)gmail.com to reserve tickets. 

TW: this production features depictions of violence and abuse, with a reference to suicide. 

There'll be a post-show Q&A on this date, for which you are most welcome to stay on (or join) for!