Overview

Based on the autobiographical work of New Zealand writer Janet Frame, this production depicts the author at various stage of her life. Afflicted with mental and emotional issues, Frame grows up in an impoverished family and experiences numerous tragedies while still in her youth, including the deaths of two of her siblings. Portrayed as an adult by Kerry Fox, Frame finds acclaim for her writing while still in a mental institution, and her success helps her move on with her life.

Genres

Cast

Kerry Fox

Janet Frame

Alexia Keogh

Janet Frame as a child

Kevin J. Wilson

Father

Brenda Kendall

Miss Botting

Faye Flegg

Doctor

Timothy Bartlett

Gussy Dymock

Willa O'Neill

Edith

Andrew Robertt

Bruddie

Sarah Smuts-Kennedy

June

David Stott

Doctor

Elizabeth McRae

Nurse

Celia Nicholson

Piona