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Stitch in Time

Stitch in Time, a new play written by Julia Pagett and directed by Luke Adamson, is a moving exploration of generational divides, shifting gender roles, and the quiet moments that define our lives. Through an intimate and emotionally resonant narrative, the play asks a powerful question: Do the paths we choose—or fail to choose—echo across generations?

Set against the tension between tradition and change, Stitch in Time follows two generations separated not by love, but by their differing ways of expressing it. As the characters navigate pain, hope, and expectation, they grapple with evolving ideas of masculinity and the unspoken rules that shape identity. Missed connections and fleeting, pivotal moments form a tapestry of human experience, revealing how deeply communication—or the lack of it—can influence destiny.

At its heart, Stitch in Time is a poignant examination of what it means to be truly seen, heard, and understood. The play invites audiences to reflect on their own relationships, the inherited stories they carry, and the courage it takes to break cycles of silence.

With lyrical storytelling and emotional depth, Stitch in Time speaks to anyone who has struggled to find the right words—or wondered what might have changed if they had.

 

Directed by Luke Adamson
Written by Julia Pagett

 

CAST

Joshua Glenister

Julia Pagett

Jonathan Kemp

Rowena Bentley

 

Content warnings: This production contains references to grief and loss that some audience members may find distressing. If you’d like more information about the sensitive themes in this production before attending, please speak to a member of the team.

 

Fancy dinner and a show? Book at table at the Drayton Arms pub now and enjoy the pre-theatre menu before heading upstairs!

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