The Careless Carless Case (20th – 21st July)
Under the Tree presents –
The Careless Carless Case
As Part of Birmingham Fest
Jam jars, daydreams, and a dash of deception! In 1886 Wolverhampton, young Agnes Carless falls headfirst into mischief when a mysterious lodger arrives. Inspired by a real Victorian scandal uncovered through genealogical research, this charming comedy proves that even the quietest lives can stir up the most unexpected adventures.
At the heart of this true 1886 tale is Agnes Bertha Carless, a spirited 17-year-old maid with a vivid imagination and a thirst for more than her working-class life in Wolverhampton can offer. When Arthur Fegan, a smooth-talking lodger with secrets of his own, arrives at the Carless home, Agnes is swept into a whirlwind of flattery, fantasy, and forbidden romance. But things quickly spiral as Fegan’s intentions turn darker, testing the strength of a family already struggling to stay afloat. What follows is a gripping yet comedic unravelling of trust, class expectations, and naive ambition, culminating in a scandal that made national headlines.
Dates and time of show:
Monday 20th July – 8.45pm
Tuesday 21st July – 8.45pm
Running Time
Approximately 60 minutes
Ticket price:
Standard tickets: £8.00
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