Written by Anthony Russell

In this immersive, historical courtroom drama, Sir Arthur Chichester (1563–1625), Governor of Carrickfergus Castle, founder of Belfast, Lord Deputy of Ireland, and Admiral of Lough Neagh, is called from the grave to answer the charge that, in winning the Nine Years War (in Ulster), he was guilty of crimes against humanity and treason against Ireland.

In this courtroom drama, the prosecutor is John Mitchel (1815– 1875), an unrepentant, physical force Irish republican, American Confederate and enthusiastic supporter of slavery. The defence lawyer is Thomas D’Arcy McGee (1825–1868), failed Irish rebel, British loyalist, and founding father of Canada.

Sir Faithful Fortescue (c.1581– 1666) who fought in the Nine Year’s War and received land for his service is called to defend Sir Arthur Chichester. Elish O’Neill, who thwarted Chichester’s attempt to hang her husband and take his land is the witness for the prosecution. The shades are aware of what has happened since they died and comment accordingly.

In this humorous, informative and challenging play the audience is the jury.