From the dramatic to the sublime to the wildly humorous, world stories about flowers are deeply entertaining. Retold by award-winning storyteller and theatre artist, Diane Edgecomb, along with long time collaborator and Celtic harper, Margot Chamberlain, these stories conjure a magical world bringing new meaning to favorite garden flowers. The centerpiece of the performance is the Persian legend of Nightingale and Rose. Diane’s original adaptation weaves together myths from many lands that tell how the rose got its special powers of beauty and scent. This evocative tapestry of story and song also includes the tale of the indulgent Narcissus, a Native American story about the Dandelion and a beautiful duet about the mysterious “Language of Flowers,” celebrated in Victorian times. A master storyteller, Diane entertains and enchants transforming into the characters in her tales bringing each story to vibrant life. The performance is accompanied by Celtic harp and song performed by long time collaborator harper/singer Margot Chamberlain. Celebrate flowers and the stories that have been told about them through the ages with this enchanting performance.

The Performance takes place at the Tyringham Union Church at 128 Main Road, Tyringham, MA 01264.

The program is free and open to the public. No registration required.
Want to join the conversation and luncheon at 11:30 before the show? Email: HollyKetron@gmail.com in advance to be added to the list!

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Tyringham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.