Sophie Treadwell's seminal expressionist work comes to life in this powerful production exploring one woman's struggle against the demands placed upon her. Directed by Finlay Glen, the play follows Helen Jones as she navigates the constraints of work, family and an empty marriage, ultimately refusing submission.
Drawing inspiration from the real case of Ruth Snyder that captivated America in 1928, Machinal transforms a singular life story into a searing meditation on modern existence. The production leans fully into Treadwell's bold expressionist style, capturing the mechanical weight of societal pressures through visceral theatre.
A brief, intense work performed without interval. Friday 20 November includes closed captioning.
