Tuesday 15 March 2016

72. Panto time at the Old Bailey, 8 March

The Even More Trial & Error Theatrical Review 2016 is a must see if it is run again in 2017. Describing with aid of drama and music, 400 years of Newgate Prison and the Old Bailey history, devised and performed by Queen’s Counsels and colleagues with musical direction from our own Andrew Parmley. The story was set out in 20 sketches/ extracts from proceedings, including Ben Jonson escaping the noose at Tyburn, Oscar Wilde sentenced to 2 years hard labour, and the prosecution of Penguin Books over the publication of Lady Chatterley’s Lover. Many Livery Companies assist with the production through sponsorship or administration.

The Review raises money for the Sheriffs’ & Recorder's Fund (founded 1808) which is dedicated to helping ex-prisoners and their families with small, practical, focused grants to help them on their way.

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