Jennifer Johnson’s debut play
Don’t pass up the chance to see this gritty tale before it heads to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Bradford Literature Festival
Based on a true story
A proper Bradford lass born 1959, Shelly is a firecracker. A chilling coming of age experience of unyielding adversity. Follow this true account of one woman’s brave fight against the cycles of domestic abuse. A gritty story about sisterhood, family secrets and broken hearts that somehow leaves you laughing.
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— Directed by Grace Wilkinson
Artistic Director of Northbound Arts
Previous work: A Young Girl’s Guide to Madness
— Produced by Katie Mahon
Artistic Director of Bloomin’ Buds Theatre Company
Previous work: Brenda’s Got a Baby