Book Description
Based on the original stage production at the Stratford Festival of Canada, directed by Martha Henry. In this daring and original production of Timothy Findley's Governor-General Award winning play, William Shakespeare and the formidable Virgin Queen, Elizabeth I, are brought together in a remarkable encounter on the night of April 22, 1616. The night the Queen's Lover will be executed, by the Queen's decree.

From the Publisher
This is a full cast production with sound effects and original music produced at the Canadian Broadcasting Centre. Length is approximately 2 hours on 2 CDs.

About the Author
Timothy Findley is one of Canada's most distinguished literary figures with such novels as: "The Wars", "Famous Last Words", "Not Wanted On The Voyage", "The Telling of Lies", "Headhunter" and "The Piano Man's Daughter".