The Story of Jessie Gavin Oxton’s First Gentleman Jack

Set in the restrictive Victorian era The Story of Jessie Gavin brings to life the true tale of a passionate rule-defying romance between two extraordinary women.
Jessie Gavin an artist from the Wirral escapes the expectations of her upbringing and finds freedom in London and Paris where she falls in love with pioneering architect Eileen Gray.
Together they move in artistic circles with figures like Oscar Wilde and Picasso embracing creativity defiance and desire. Dubbed “Oxton’s First Gentleman Jack” Jessie is a forgotten voice reclaimed in this vibrant 45-minute production written by Pauline Fleming. Audiences will also be welcomed with a brief pre-show performance to set the tone and immerse them in the Victorian world these women inhabited.
This is a bold spirited celebration of identity artistry and heritage.
 
Written and directed by Pauline Fleming
Vibrant videography – light and design
Stage Management – Cornelia Cannell
Jessie Gavin – Gabriella Tavini
Eileen Gray – Alicia Brockenbrow

You may also like the following events from Unity Theatre:

• Next Saturday, 13th September, 07:30 pm, Pixiematosis – The Object Project in Liverpool