A new musical inspired by a sensational murder trial in 19th century Glasgow.

Madeleine Smith, a Glasgow socialite living in Blythswood Square, was accused of a secret affair and poisoning her lover to death. 

The trial ended with a rare ‘Not Proven’ verdict, but now Plume, an aspiring pamphleteer, is working out which version of the story to tell. Was Madeleine innocent or guilty? 

Inspired by the scandalous real-life story, The Glasgow Poisoner is a new musical by Tom Cooper and Jen McGregor that explores our obsession with true crime and female killers, then and now.

Co-presented with The Gaiety Ayr and Paisley Town Hall.

Cast

To be announced

Creative Team

Writers/Directors: Tom Cooper & Jen McGregor