Arden of Faversham

"Arden of Faversham" is a 16th-century English play based on a real murder case. It tells the story of Thomas Arden, a merchant who secretly marries his servant, leading to jealousy and betrayal. His wife and her lover plot to kill him, resulting in a conspiracy that ends with Arden’s murder. The play explores themes of greed, deception, and the consequences of betrayal, highlighting human motives and the dark side of domestic relationships without moral judgment, making it a compelling historical drama.