Music drama about Queen Mary I comes to Lancaster Priory
It’s a little-known fact that Queen Mary loved games of chance, such as dice and cards.
In Mary’s Hand, the Queen shares a game of cards with the audience who get to choose the next card to be turned.
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Words and direction are by Di Sherlock and music by Martin Bussey.
Mary’s Hand will be performed at Lancaster Priory on February 23, 2019, at 7.30pm.
Visit thelittleboxoffice.com/mccaldinarts/event/view/93937 to book tickets for the event.