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Geoffrey Chaucer & Company Presents
Canon’s Yeoman’s Tale
A musical of alchemy and the desire to acquire quick wealth
4 actors, 1 keyboard artist - 80 minutes
When a Canon who practices alchemy and his Yeoman arrive, the Yeoman grabs his chance to escape his master’s lack of ethics and weaves a fun but thoughtful tale that shows us how easily we can be deceived when we are driven by avarice. A simple nun is duped into believing base metals can be made into true silver. The song and dance routine of the slippery world of alchemy keeps everyone on his/her toes. Includes some audience participation: one of the refrains is taught prior to the show and the audience is encouraged to sing along during the performance. Can also be done as a dinner theatre piece.
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