Spooky rock opera comes to Buxton's Poole’s Cavern

Full-time musician Will Hawthorne, 54, wrote the 13-song concept performance over six months and says audiences can expect an entertaining yet thought-provoking night.

Poole Incarnate focuses on a historian who comes under the influence of highway robber Poole’s malevolent spirit while writing a doctorate on the legendary brigande - who is said to have hidden in the cave during the fifteenth century.

Will, of Buxton, said: “As he delves into the past mysterious things start to happen in his life.

“This sinister spirit starts to interfere with his love life.

“It’s a spooky show but nothing too dark - it will be a good family night out.”

Vocalist and lead guitarist Will told how he took inspiration for the opera from bands such as The Who and The Kinks - who created characters in Quadrophenia, Tommy and Arthur.

It features radio recordings of events followed by songs which explain them.

Will - who teaches music and performs gigs around the High Peak - will be joined on the night by his band the Will Hawthorne Band.

Poole Incarnate will show at the Cavern cafe on February 7.

Doors open at 7pm and tickets cost £7.50 or £5 with concessions.

They are available at the Cavern visitor centre or at the Green Man Gallery.