In the cultural melting-pot of East London's galleries, clubs and cafes, burlesque artiste Violetta is the reigning queen, adored by everyone from barristers to baristas. But she's hiding a fearful secret. When she unexpectedly falls for young City trader Al, neither has any idea where it might lead. Kit Hesketh-Harvey is widely known for his work in cabaret and his regular panel appearances on Radio 4's Just a Minute. His operatic translations have been performed by the Royal Opera House, ENO, Sydney Opera, Scottish Opera and Opera North.