This new play explores Emilia Bassano, Shakespeare's `Dark Lady of the Sonnets' in her own right as poet, mother and feminist. For the first time, the focus will be on this brilliant woman who managed to outlive all the men the history books tethered her to. Introducing to the world: Emilia! She's going to make you remember her name.
The narrative follows a young female soldier returning from Afghanistan, grappling with the challenges of reintegration into a home that feels foreign. While she has demonstrated her strength on the battlefield, her true struggle lies in navigating her identity and finding a sense of belonging in a changed environment. The play explores themes of resilience, the impact of war on personal identity, and the search for a place that feels like home.