Details

1828, Edinburgh. Two Williams, William Burke and William Hare, discover a money making scheme far more lucrative than hosting lodgers. The first rule of business? Supply and demand. In the leading city for medical research, there's a huge demand for bodies and an inconveniently low number of deaths. The profitable solution? Murder, of course. As the infamous pair flourish in their new found careers, the more they murder, the less they care but for how long will they get away with it? In a new black comedy that is as hysterical as it is historical, three actors tell the true story of the prolific duo. Originally created by Jenny Wren Productions and first produced by The Watermill Theatre. A murderous musical romp.

Cast/Performers

Hayden Wood, James Mack, Josie Dunn

Creatives/Company

Author: Tom Wentworth
Producer: New Wolsey Theatre
Director(s): Abigail Pickard Price, Stephanie Kempson (associate director)
Sound: James Cook
Lighting: Matt Clutterham
Design: Tootls Butcher
Consultant: Elspeth Morrison (dialect coach)