THE LONDON ROSE (1)

“The London Rose” is a musical that tells the story of a transgender man in Victorian London.

Edward Kingsley returns to London after escaping his former life as “Emily”. He builds his new life with help from the quick-thinking Oliver Li, the sardonic Rosanna Winchester, and the tortured, closeted John Collins. However, Oscar Wilde’s conviction for homosexuality and the ensuing panic threatens Edward’s life and the people he loves.

“The London Rose” is a queer musical set during the month leading up to the Oscar Wilde verdict. The show follows Edward Kingsley, a young man who has returned to London after escaping his former life as “Emily”. With the help of his friend, Oliver Li, Edward goes boldly forward in creating a new life for himself. This includes butting heads with pompous upper crusts, like the brash John Collins, and developing a connection with the sardonic Rosanna Winchester. However, with the conviction of Oscar Wilde as a sodomite, Edward’s way of life is threatened and he must decide what to do to protect himself and the people he loves.