Bianca Hall: The Ballads of Fair Margaret and Cruel Barbara Allen

The Ballads of Fair Margaret and Cruel Barbara Allen

Two of the most affecting tales of love gone awry are the tales of "Barbara Allen" and "Fair Margaret and Sweet William." These woeful texts set to haunting melodies are part of the broadside ballad tradition of the 17th century. Come hear these stories and learn how these ballads are re-created, resurrected into compelling performances.