20:55-22:00, Tuesday 7th October 2025
Online
Music: Lucinda Guy
Words: Robert Herrick
There is a live performance of The Fairy Temple on the 23rd September.
The village of Dean Prior, Devon was once home to Robert Herrick (1591-1674) whose many poems document the rituals, spells and nature of the time. In this new work by his contemporary neighbour, composer Lucinda Guy, we enter the temple of the fairies as they perform their services and celebrations. Written in the church where Herrick was vicar, and infused with the atmosphere of Dartmoor, this show draws on the methods of early opera with elements of 20th century modernism and neopagan playfulness.
Age range: All ages, but mostly adults
In a festival of new work, please note that shows may overrun.
Produced by The Meadow Verse
Venue: Online.
On the same day:
Text: Robert Herrick
Music: Lucinda Guy
Orators: Catherine Guy, Ella Dangerfield
Clerics: Ems Coombes, Lucinda Guy
Musicians: Rowan Gatherer, Kerry Priest
Design: Artemis Guy