An Evening With George Eliot

To mark the two hundredth anniversary of the birth of George Eliot we welcome Lesley Smith back to Market Bosworth for another drama presentation.

Audiences who have seen her portrayals of historical celebrities before will know how amazing her characterisation is and how thorough the research.

The Curator of Tutbury Castle performs as Elizabeth 1 'The Virgin Queen ' There is no doubt that Gloriana had one of the most profound effects on European politics. The Protestant queen in the cold bed was given a matter of months on the throne by observers of the day believing that she could not hope to survive. Her passionate belief in her people and her lack of martial ambition combined with a brilliant mind and outstanding political skills is why she was so successful and remembered

This glittering presentation will transport the audience back to the time of Drake, Raleigh and Shakespeare on England's voyage into the Renaissance.

Read more on our website - suitable over 12s, door open 6.45pm