Lily-Beau Leach

Marital separation is explored through the eyes of nine-year-old Ruby.

The story follows Maria – a teenager whose mother used to be a hoarder. Now (set in the 90s) she lives in a foster home where a previous resident, Michael, inspires her to revisit the childhood memories and passions that she has repressed.

A young opera director battles backstage to save her premiere, whilst her father, deep in the woods, considers his own final act.