Join The Knicker Lady Rosemary Hawthorne for a romp through the history of the humble knicker on May 20 at Thwaites Empire Theatre.
Rosemary’s fascination in fashion history led to her becoming a leading authority on the history of undergarments, which in turn inspired this popular stage show - said to leave audiences spellbound.
Surrounded by old suitcases, boxes and hat stands, Rosemary delves through 250 years of bloomers, briefs and bustles and presents the myriad of colourful characters that wore them, in a unique and enigmatic style of her own.
Audiences are transported back to the muslin clad elegance of Jane Austen’s England, the corset bound nineteenth century, the suffragettes and daring darlings of the roaring 20s.
The Knicker Lady scrutinises - like never before - the liberty bodice, school knickers, the mighty Y-front and much much more.
* The Knicker Lady, Thwaites Empire Theatre, Blackburn, Thursday, May 20, 7.30pm. Tickets £10 from 01254 685500.
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