Emilia

April 27 - June 11, 2023

by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm

Directed by Marcela Lorca
Music by Peter Vitale

Featuring Maggie Chestovich, Sun Mee Chomet, Julia Diaz, George Keller, Greta Oglesby, Mo Perry, Kimberly Richardson, Sophina Saggau, Marisa Tejeda

Costumes – Sarah Bahr
Sets/Props – Sarah Brandner
Dramaturg – Jo Holcomb
Stage Manager – Chloe Volna-Rich
Assistant Director – Michelle Elliot
Dialect Consultant – Keely Wolter

Bursting with passion, music and humor, Emilia is based on the life of English poet Emilia Bassano, who was born in 1569. The play tells the fictional story of her relationship with William Shakespeare, her tremendous skill as a writer, and her determination to thrive and uplift women’s voices at a time when laws were designed to restrict women’s rights.

Quotes & Reviews

Pioneer Press
"...a triumphant production."
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Attendee at Touchstone Mental Health
“It made me cry. This story is so true. It speaks to women, it speaks to me.”
Attendee at Wayside House
“10 out of 10. NO! 12 out of 10!”
Liz at Open Book
"TTT has no equal in the Twin Cities. The cast of each & every performance is incredible, the staff & volunteers make each visit enjoyable and welcoming, and TTT's outreach programs are exactly what should be happening in the world! Thank you for being just who you are, TTT!"
Star Tribune
"delightful," "teems with wit"
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Attendee at MSS
“Oh, my heart is so emotional. Emilia had to make so many hard choices. My heart is so full.”
Liz at St Catherine University
“OMG it was so good! Thanks so much for bringing this here! I’m glad we got a chance to see this, and such a cool mission for the theater!”
Judy at Open Book
"TTT is the best! I am a donor because of the non-traditional audiences you serve AND because of the outstanding quality of your performances. Keep it up!"
Talkin Broadway
"a beautiful, gripping, and thoroughly entertaining production"
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Attendee at Back Youth Healing Arts Center
"I LOVED EVERYTHING."
Sue at Open Book
"This was an amazing experience...it has stayed with me for days!"
Cherry and Spoon
"Ten Thousand Things shows are always must-sees, but this one feels particularly special."
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Attendee at Cora McCorvey
“This was the first play I’ve seen in 20 years. It was beautiful. Thank you so much for coming.”
Barrett at Open Book
"I was blown away by the production. The versatility and range of the actors are astonishing; they are all so gifted both physically and vocally."