The Rose and the Ring

In this delightfully breezy tale, a mischievous narrator gathers a circle of children around a crackling fire and spins a pantomime of courtly intrigue. The story opens at a royal breakfast where King Valoroso, his queen, and their spirited daughter Angelica receive a flamboyant invitation from the daring Prince Bulbo. Amid banter about tea, dresses, and a mysterious rose and enchanted ring, the royal household teeters between vanity and curiosity.

The arrival of the enigmatic ring sets off a chain of petty jealousies, love triangles, and absurd quests that expose the foibles of princes, countesses, and even humble servants. As Prince Giglio and Princess Angelica clash over pride and affection, the fairy Blackstick and a clever maid named Betsinda add both magic and mischief to the mix. Listeners will be treated to witty dialogue, playful satire of aristocratic manners, and a series of light‑hearted adventures that promise laughter before any serious stakes arise.