Changeling

Step into the richly woven narrative of The Changeling, a captivating tragicomedy from 1622 penned by Thomas Middleton and William Rowley. This enthralling tale unfolds in two interlinked plots the passionate Beatrice-Joanna, daughter of Alicantes governor, finds herself torn between her duty to her fiancé, Alonzo de Piracquo, and her desire for the charming Alsemero. In her desperation, she turns to De Flores, her fathers servant, to eliminate Alonzo, unaware of the dark price that De Flores will demand for his loyalty. Meanwhile, in a madhouse, the obsessive doctor Alibius confines his stunning wife, Isabella, to protect her from the clutches of relentless suitors, including the cunning Franciscus and the lecherous Lollio, who masquerade as madmen to win her over. Join us as we delve into this thrilling exploration of love, betrayal, and madness. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)