Crusader's Feast II at Sportsplex
More than a year has passed since Aelric of Blackthorn, newly elevated to baron, returned home in the north of England from the Third Crusade.
It is late in the year 1193, and King Richard the Lionhearted is still held captive by the German Emperor Henry VI. Attempts to raise a ransom have been made. However, the last thing Prince John wants is his royal brother’s return to England. Those loyal to Richard are trying to raise the ransom in secret.
Join the court of Baron Blackthorn for a night of intrigue, revelry, fine food, and the keeping of secrets at the second Crusader’s Feast.
The first one, held in April 2008, was a mediaeval dinner theatre experience. If featured a compelling story, authentic period costumes, sword-fighting, Middle Eastern dancing, an exotic mediaeval banquet.
The Crusader¹s Feast II is presented by Blackthorn Productions, of Guelph, in conjunction with The Castle Sangrael and Training Wheel Productions. The event was conceived by Blackthorn¹s Ian Walsh. The play was written by Susan McLay and directed by Michael McLay.
Founded in 2004, Blackthorn Productions is a Guelph-based company that specializes in mediaeval education and entertainment. Its mandate is to portray mediaeval history from the late 11th century to the late 12th century, the time of the first three crusades.
Blackthorn supports the grade 4 mediaeval curriculum through hands-on demonstrations, performs at festivals, runs theatre and mediaeval workshops, and offers birthday entertainments, all geared to its chosen period.
The Crusader¹s Feast II is Nov. 14, at the Centre Wellington Sportsplex. The doors open at 6pm. The feast begins at 7pm and includes two courses of six dishes each, topped by an array of desserts. There will also be a cash bar, merchant booths, and a silent auction.
Tickets are $50 per person, $90 per couple. A group rate for ten or more is $40 a person. Tickets are available at The Castle Sangrael, Elora (519-846-2999); The Gauntlet Comics and Games, Orangeville (519-938-2220; and Blackthorn Productions (519-760-2238).
