<p>A Unicorn crosses the stage with a forest in the background, saying “Honni soit qui mal y pense." Three men are looking at it and discussing the best way to catch it. One of them brought a sixty-year-old Virgin woman who wears a veil, as the Unicorn is attracted by purity. The Unicorn feels the presence of the Virgin, draws near her, and puts its head on her lap. The Virgin signals to the men to catch the animal, unveils, and uncovers her true identity - she is Britannia. The Unicorn feels betrayed and dies of sorrow. The Royal Coat of Arms is lowered, and the Unicorn is placed opposite to the roaring Lion. A butcher’s shop appears under the coat of arms, and the butcher can be seen chopping meat. A child rings at the shop, and the butcher’s son's voice can be heard alerting his mother.</p>

String marionette

Not specified

Craig Edward Gordon

Italy

Marina di Pisa

Printed

Purity

Virginity

Hunting

Royals

Monarchy

Patriotism

Coat of arms

Comical

Satirical

English

Fowler

Virgin

Unicorn

Butcher

Child

Talking animal

Trap

Song

Allegory

The Rape of the Unicorn

Le Viol de la licorne