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the riveting story of two young women’s struggle for independence as WW1 ends and the men return home

Artwork by Mark Uhre

The Fox

By Daniela Vlaskalic

In 1918, in Southern Ontario, two woman, Jill and Nellie purchase a farm hoping for freedom and independence. The work is much harder than anticipated and they are plagued by many hardships, including a sneaky fox, that threatens the farm. Henry, returning from the war and hoping to reunite with his estranged grandfather is surprised to discover the women. Henry’s arrival provokes mixed feelings in the women. He quickly develops feelings for Nellie, while Jill begins to feel threatened by his presence. In the end Nellie must choose between Henry or her friendship, freedom and independence with Jill.

Adapted from the short story by D.H. Lawrence.

Production History

World premiere with Here For Now Theatre in Stratford (ON) in 2023. 

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