The Gypsy's Bane

A play by Sarah Guthrie

In rural Cumbria, 1807, the death of his father propels Cuthbert back to the village where 'The Gypsy’s Bane' unfurls a gripping tale of love and betrayal. At its core lies a searing love triangle: Cuthbert, the new Squire, his wife Sylvia, and Bertha, a bewitching local gypsy.

Cuthbert is warned by Bertha of imminent threats to his shipping ventures, entangling him in a web of mischief and desire. Are these the same merchants who wronged his father years ago?

Meanwhile, amidst the winds of change brought by the abolitionist movement, Winston, a courageous young slave, embarks on a journey that will forever alter the intertwined fates of these enigmatic characters.

Seduced by Bertha's dark magic, Cuthbert faces a choice: succumb to Bertha’s will or find salvation through Winston.

This is a theatrical journey like no other! A captivating performance blending the magic of live storytelling with breathtaking animated and projected backdrops, transporting you from the Squire's elegant drawing room to the stunning vistas of Whitehaven and Skiddaw. You'll be immersed in a visual and emotional spectacle that brings the stage to life in ways you’ve never seen before.

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