Wicked Women: Infamous Trials and the Jury’s Dilemma
Wayne Newport
- Region:
- Anywhere
- Notice Period:
- Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
- Type:
- Professional Actor, Presenter, Speaker and Historian
- Fee:
- Paid: varies - dependant on location
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 31st January 2026
- Tagged:
- History Murder | Women In History | Fun | Light-Hearted
There are countless stories of women who defied the norms of their time—some through acts of desperation, others through cold calculation. But what happens when these women stand trial? How do motives like love, greed, survival, or rebellion shape the courtroom drama? And what would you decide if YOU were on the jury?
Each case presents a puzzle: Was she a villain, a victim, or something in between?
Join me as we explore these gripping tales, examining the evidence, the motives, and the arguments that swayed the juries of the past. Then, step into the shoes of those jurors yourself. Guilty or not guilty? As we revisit each case, I’ll ask you to cast your vote. Would you have convicted the accused based on the evidence provided or would you allow them to walk free?
Let’s dive into the stories of these "wicked women" and see if we’d reach the same verdicts as the juries of their time.
Views: 350 | Enquiries: 0About Wayne Newport
Hey! Thanks for dropping by...
My name is Wayne and I'm a professional Actor and Theatrical / Social History historian.
I've been an actor for 30+ years - predominantly on stage, but I've also done my share of TV, Film and Commercials. I've also written, directed and produced several shows for myself and other theatre companies.
I love everything "theatre", but my biggest passion is Pantomime. My first memory was being taken to my local theatre by my Grandfather at the age of 4 to see a production of Cinderella - from that moment I was hooked. Over the years I've played roles from Ali Baba and Idle Jack (in my younger days) to Villains and Dames most recently. Favourite roles to date have been King Rat in Dick Whittington and Ugly Sister in Cinderella - both of which I've played multiple times.
My excitement for all things Theatre has spread and woven itself into my affection for history, so I'm now able to offer a series of talks based on my knowledge and research.
Thank you for reading my profile, I hope that we may meet at some point in the future...
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