Enid’s Mill

Written by Martha Douglas-Osmundson. Directed by Leslie Pasternack.
In 1979 upstate New York, a snowed-in house tucked beside an old mill holds a decade of grief—and one sister’s persistent hope. Enid’s Mill is a poignant new family drama about choosing color and light, even on the darkest days.
When Cassie returns home after a ten-year absence, she confronts the tragedies that tore her family apart and the brilliant, neurodiverse sister she left behind. Surrounded by home-cooked food, brightly colored paintings, and many unspoken truths, the family navigates a stormy reunion with the power to heal, if Cassie can let them in.
A tender, richly human story about resilience, memory, and what it means to come home. World Premiere.
This production includes references to sexual assault.
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A note from the Producer:
Enid’s Mill, while loving and full of humor, engages complex and weighty themes that we have approached with care and intentionality. The character of Enid is developmentally disabled and lives with physical challenges. Her dialogue, behavior, talents, and sense of humor are deeply inspired by the playwright’s brother. We have allowed Martha’s lived experience as sister and caregiver to guide us in shaping as nuanced and specific a characterization of Enid as possible.
Given the complex demands of the role, we were not able to cast an actor who shares Enid’s disabilities. Under the caring direction of director Leslie Pasternack, Elly Berke brings empathy and rigor, creating a portrayal rooted in respect and authenticity.
We look forward to hearing your response to this character and to the play as a whole.
Cast
Elly Berke as Enid
Shaughnessey Gower as Cassie
Samantha Griffin as Chloe
Tara Johns as Lorain
Cara Olansky as Jacinta
Kyle Sidders as Larry
Teddy Wilkin as Gregory
Creative Team
Director: Leslie Pasternack
Set Design & Construction: Don Goettler
Lighting Design: Tayva Young
Costume Design: Kelli Connors
Sound Design: Ben Bagley
Production Stage Manager & Props: Catharine Davis
Thursdays at 7:00pm
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30pm
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes, plus a brief intermission
Curious about the process? The first Sunday matinee show (March 8) will be followed by an optional talkback with the playwright, director and cast!
General Admission: $32
Seniors (65+)/Students/Veterans/First Responders: $29
Seating is unassigned. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime, and seating is first come, first served.
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