The Baroness and the Pig

<p>Inspired by Rousseau and in need of a maid the Baroness sets herself the task of transforming a “pure unsullied creature” into a presentable maid. But learning how to set a table is one thing; Emily’s unforeseen traumas are quite another.</p><p>What moral imperatives differentiate instinctive behaviour from rational behaviour? What chance have the Baroness’ enlightened plans for Emily in the messy human world that is their reality?</p><p>Published in cooperation with the Shaw Festival this edition of <em>The Baroness and the Pig</em> includes a foreword by Artistic Director Tim Carroll and an essay by Resident Scholar Leonard Conolly. It also includes information on the Festival’s 2018 production of <em>The Baroness and the Pi</em>g directed by Selma Dimitrijevic and designed by Camellia Koo.</p><p><em><strong>Based on characters created by Catherine Fitch and Marion Day</strong></em></p>