Respected author Daniel Defoe is writing a new novel. Following the brilliant success of Robinson Crusoe, Daniel decides that his next book should be about a woman. But which woman will he choose?
Enter the notorious Moll Flanders, raised in Colchester as an orphan. Living a life of continu’d variety, Moll is twelve years a whore, five times a wife, twelve years a thief and eight years a felon in Virginia, before growing rich, living honestly and dying repentant. A colourful life to say the least.
A new and unfaithful adaptation by Nick Perry, reimagined by a cast of terrific actor musicians, and full of 18th century bawdiness! Join Moll as she takes Daniel on the ride of a lifetime – her lifetime.
Directed by Ryan McBryde, who also recently directed Pieces Of String:
“Rendered with immense clarity in director Ryan McBryde’s polished, moving production”
???? Mark Shenton, The Stage
“The piece is magnificently directed by Ryan McBryde”
????? BritishTheatre.com
Ticket Sales 01206 573948
www.mercurytheatre.co.uk
Ages: Recommended for 14+years
Enter the notorious Moll Flanders, raised in Colchester as an orphan. Living a life of continu’d variety, Moll is twelve years a whore, five times a wife, twelve years a thief and eight years a felon in Virginia, before growing rich, living honestly and dying repentant. A colourful life to say the least.
A new and unfaithful adaptation by Nick Perry, reimagined by a cast of terrific actor musicians, and full of 18th century bawdiness! Join Moll as she takes Daniel on the ride of a lifetime – her lifetime.
Directed by Ryan McBryde, who also recently directed Pieces Of String:
“Rendered with immense clarity in director Ryan McBryde’s polished, moving production”
???? Mark Shenton, The Stage
“The piece is magnificently directed by Ryan McBryde”
????? BritishTheatre.com
Ticket Sales 01206 573948
www.mercurytheatre.co.uk
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Ages: Recommended for 14+years
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