People, Places and Things

People, Places and Things is a powerful and intense drama by Duncan Macmillan that explores addiction and recovery through the story of Emma, a successful actress whose life spirals out of control after a public breakdown during a stage performance.

Admitted to a rehabilitation center, Emma confronts the harsh realities of addiction while navigating the blurred boundaries between her theatrical career and personal identity.

The play offers a raw, unflinching look at the challenges of detox, group therapy, and the struggle to rebuild one’s life, while also examining themes of self-deception, control, and the search for authenticity. Denise Gough’s riveting performance as Emma drives the emotional core of the production, highlighting the complexity and humanity of addiction.