The Saltiness Of Time
By Shirley Jones
When Amelia stepped away from the life she knew to become the primary caregiver for a frail and aged loved one, she had no idea how dramatically it would alter her life. Struck years on by the realisation that her “new normal” is nowhere near what she had envisioned for her future show should she be viewed by society? Selfless, foolish or a martyr?
Part of our “Hidden Stories” series
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Just to say how amazing the 4 pieces last night were. Brilliantly directed in their minimal style it brought us in at the right times and gave space to the character when needed.
I was especially impressed with Lisa and her story (knowing her for many years I was shocked and this could truly transpose to the small screen as a 3 part drama!) and also Carly’s piece as this strong confident woman who just crumbled by the end.
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Congratulations on keeping live theatre going in MK. And continuing with relevant, interesting, up to date and thought provoking work.
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Each playlet had its own specialness.
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Last night I attended the performance of Hidden Stories at MK Gallery with friends. It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening and I came away learning a lot from all the various short plays. However, the one that really got me was the first one ‘The Saltiness of Time’ as up until recently I was one of those women who was juggling care for my father, professional life plus three teenagers, so it really hit home.
The best thing I can say is that when I got home described all four stories to my teenage daughter, she was interested in all but especially ‘ Peidi’ took her interest and she said she wanted to come to the next one.
Thank you for doing this.
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Having seen Lisa’s post, sounds like you did a great job. Well done! I think you bring something truly unique and valuable to the MK theatre scene
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Thank you for a thought provoking, and at times moving, evening. Xx
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Four well written, acted and thought provoking plays. Looking forward to Hidden Stories 2
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Thanks Rosemary and all the wonderful actors. What a great set of plays. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Wonder if filmed versions would be possible.
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Very well written scripts, interwoven with common themes that linger continuously over time. Each strong performance resonated in different ways. It held my attention, was quite moving to watch at times and thought provoking. It certainly felt like a platform for even more to come from your theatre. It worked really well
Audience member - 8 January 2022
Thanks for a stimulating evening focusing on the hidden stories of women and issues of expectations, voice, and power. They are in our past, our present, but should not be our future. Great to be back in live theatre which challenges us.