Set and performed in a chapel in North Wales, this project brings women’s stories from the past into a powerful encounter with a young woman in the present.

Directed by Amy Leach, the production weaves humour, mystery and moments of connection into an story of judgement, belonging and what it means to care for one another.

This collaborative project brings together the writing of Hanna Jarman, Meleri Davies and Anya Sherlock and Hannah McPake, inspired by historical research undertaken by co-creator, Elin Tomos.

Contract dates: 7 December 2026 to 31 January 2027.

Casting: Women and female-identifying performers. All four roles require fluent Welsh and a North Wales accent, or the ability to perform one authentically.

Characters

Elizabeth: Playing age 30s
A dressmaker with an eye for detail and a gift for words, with a deep connection to the river. Warm and witty, she is living through challenging postpartum depression and mania, which those around her struggle to understand. Elizabeth’s journey is based on a true story from 1913.

Dorothy: Playing age 20s
Sharp and spirited, Dorothy has lost both of her parents. Now accused of witchcraft, she challenges how others have told her story. Dorothy’s journey is based on a true story from 1855.

Sami: Playing age mid to late teens
A young woman finding her way through anger, uncertainty and change. Direct, funny and fiercely independent, Sami has been a carer for her mother and siblings since her father left, and has had to shoulder great responsibility. Sami is a newly created contemporary character.

The Caretaker: Playing age 30 to 60
The chapel’s keeper and a guide. An observant, welcoming presence with humour and mystery. This performer must be able to sing.

Audition dates

Bangor: Monday 19 October
Cardiff: Wednesday 21 October 2026.
Zoom auditions: Friday 16 October 2026
Self-tapes will be considered

Registration / Further Details

Email post@franwen.com to enquire about audition availability, or call 01248 715 048 for a chat.

Access

We want the audition process to be accessible.

Please let us know about any access requirements when you get in touch, and we can discuss adjustments to the audition format, timing or materials.