Story of Elizabeth

At a vital crossroads in history, a young queen steps from the shadows to unburden herself of her troubles and reveal her innermost thoughts on marriage, succession, religion, war and the challenges to her throne. But time is against her...
By The Newsroom
Published 13th May 2011, 09:54 GMT

I, Elizabeth, written and performed by Rebecca Vaughan and directed by Guy Masterson, is at The Electric Theatre, Guildford, on Saturday, May 14 at 7.45pm.

Spokeswoman Caroline Bennett said: “Queen at 25, political phoenix and famously unmarried, Elizabeth I was the most educated woman of her age, but who was the woman beneath the crown?

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“A five-star success in Edinburgh 2010, I, Elizabeth comes to Guildford’s Electric Theatre on Saturday, May 14. It is the first full production from Dyad Productions, which creates, produces and tours classic theatre with an innovative and contemporary emphasis.

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“Using only Elizabeth’s own words – adapted from letters, speeches and writings – I, Elizabeth illuminates a fascinating moment of decision in the young monarch’s reign. Defying the establishment by choosing to lead her country alone, Elizabeth had forsaken her own dreams and desires in order to steer England towards national and spiritual security.

“I, Elizabeth explores the struggle to reconcile the desires of womanhood with the duties of sovereignty and exposes the royal heart of an iconic historical figure.”

The is performed (and adapted) by Rebecca Vaughan, who – following the Edinburgh 2009 and Adelaide 2010 success of Austen’s Women – continues her collaboration with director Guy Masterson (Olivier Award‐winning Morecambe, Scaramouche Jones).

Tickets on 01483 444789 or online at www.electrictheatre.co.uk.

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