01 - Dramatis Personae

Step into the bustling streets of London with Cupids Whirligig, a lively city comedy that captures the essence of everyday life through witty colloquial dialogue. Join Sir Timothy Troublesome, a knight plagued by suspicions of infidelity, as he takes drastic measures to ensure that any offspring his wife bears are truly his. Meanwhile, the dashing young Lord Nonsuch harbors a secret desire for Lady Troublesome and cleverly infiltrates the Troublesome household disguised as a servant. As Cupid himself weaves a mischievous love spell over the residents, the play unfolds into a chaotic web of affection, where one character loves another, creating an intricate cycle of romance—truly a “Cupids whirligig.” To add to the hilarity, the knights loyal servant, Wages, devises a clever scheme to unite each man with his rightful partner. Join us for a whirlwind of laughter, love, and unexpected twists!