Macpherson′s Farewell
A Drama
by Dave Buchanan
published 2006
Suitable for Adult Groups
Price: £3.75
An historical drama by Dave Buchanan based on the life of James Macpherson, outlaw, who famously danced and played on his fiddle round the gallows tree on which he was due to be hanged.
James Macpherson is falsely accused of murder and condemned to die on the gallows by the Hanging Judge, Lord Grant. His brother Peter and wife Margareta come across crucial new evidence and frantically try to locate Lord Grant. With time slowly ticking, will they be able to obtain a stay of execution in time and save Jamie's life?
Players: 5 Male, 2 Female Parts
Cast: McHennesy, James Macpherson, Braco Macduff, Peter Macpherson, Margareta, Rosa, Lord Grant
Sets: Banff, in and around the Tolbooth or jailhouse
Period: 1705
Running Time: 40 Minutes
Download Sample Script: Macpherson′s Farewell
ISBN: 1-904930-72-7