Trouble Deaf Heaven

Set in England in 1877, Trouble Deaf Heaven tells the story of Mary Amelia, a young woman employed as a domestic worker by a doctor and his wife. As Mary Amelia learns more about the family she works for, she uncovers dangerous medical practices and startling secrets. Things are not as they seem... but neither is our heroine. This piece depicts women in a struggle for autonomy over their bodies and their futures...

Set in England in 1877, Trouble Deaf Heaven tells the story of Mary Amelia, a young woman employed as a domestic worker by a doctor and his wife. As Mary Amelia learns more about the family she works for, she uncovers dangerous medical practices and startling secrets. Things are not as they seem... but neither is our heroine. This piece depicts women in a struggle for autonomy over their bodies and their futures. This is a play about the truths we conceal and the parts of ourselves we choose to show the world. This is a play about cruelty, mercy, and redemption. This is a play about taking back your power at all costs.

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  • Bella Poynton: Trouble Deaf Heaven

    This is a gem of a play for anyone who loves period drama, true crime, and fierce feminist storytelling! Mary Amelia and her beloved friend Alice are rich, deeply empathetic characters who come alive from the very first moments. Mary Amelia, in particular, is a bold, complex, and compelling force to be reckoned with; it's an amazing role. The play’s central question is clear and gripping, building toward a thoroughly satisfying climax. I was hooked from start to finish!

    This is a gem of a play for anyone who loves period drama, true crime, and fierce feminist storytelling! Mary Amelia and her beloved friend Alice are rich, deeply empathetic characters who come alive from the very first moments. Mary Amelia, in particular, is a bold, complex, and compelling force to be reckoned with; it's an amazing role. The play’s central question is clear and gripping, building toward a thoroughly satisfying climax. I was hooked from start to finish!

  • Casey Landman: Trouble Deaf Heaven

    This was such an amazing read. I was immediately hooked--it felt like Victorian Fleabag meets a Handmaids Tale. If that makes sense? It was freaking awesome.

    This was such an amazing read. I was immediately hooked--it felt like Victorian Fleabag meets a Handmaids Tale. If that makes sense? It was freaking awesome.

  • Mercedes Floresislas: Trouble Deaf Heaven

    I couldn't put this play down! It feels so relevant for out times and it's a terrifying snapshot of the dangers we are facing with women's rights. As a therapist, I was so taken by the archetypal trajectory of the heroine. Bravo Michaelia!

    I couldn't put this play down! It feels so relevant for out times and it's a terrifying snapshot of the dangers we are facing with women's rights. As a therapist, I was so taken by the archetypal trajectory of the heroine. Bravo Michaelia!

MARY AMELIA, 20s-30s, a woman running from her past
DOCTOR PRICE, 30s-40s, male, a surgeon
MRS. PRICE, 30s-40s, his wife, the mistress of the house
ALICE, 20s-30s, a woman working for the Prices
ENSEMBLE, any age, these actors portray all other characters
throughout the play

Excellent British accents required for all roles