PROGRAMS
King Orfew
An anonymous Middle English retelling of the famous Orpheus myth is traced through 13th century Celtic influences, highlighted by historical practices of self-accompanied signing and storytelling.
The Tale of the Wyf of Bathe
Chaucer’s groundbreaking 14th-century story is traced through the historical practice of self-accompanied storytelling and singing with music from Chaucer’s time.
Robyn Hode
This re-imagining of the classic tale, newly composed in Middle English verse, brings the famous characters of Robin, Marian, and Prince John into their original context, drawing on music and poetry from 14th century England and France.
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