About the Show
Gilded Spindle by Shannon L. Reagan, performed by the Wyndwolf Players and produced by Wyndwolf Puppets, is a reimagined tale of endurance, cleverness, and courage set in a medieval world where women’s rights are denied at every turn. Inspired by the Rumpelstiltskin legend, this production tells the story of a young woman forced into an impossible bargain—one that demands she give more than the world has ever allowed her to claim. What makes Gilded Spindle especially vivid is its unique fusion of live actors and life-sized puppets. Wyndwolf Players brings the story to life through layered performances, where flesh-and-blood characters share the stage with expressive figures of cloth, wood, and motion. This interplay between human presence and crafted artistry creates a theatrical experience that feels both intimate and larger-than-life. At the heart of the tale is a heroine who refuses to be silenced. Pressured by the cruelty of a king and entangled in the bargains of a mysterious trickster, she discovers that her strength lies not in spun gold, but in the defiance to define her own worth. With its blend of enchantment and raw human truth, Gilded Spindle transports audiences into a world of castles, spinning wheels, and whispered promises in the dark. More than a retelling, it is a powerful meditation on resilience, agency, and the courage to reclaim one’s voice.