Young Female Playwright

Young Female Playwright

80 mins | Drama, Comedy | March 15, 2026

When 26-year-old Millie lands a career-making debut as playwright at Canada’s National Theatre, celebration quickly turns to scrutiny after a press release describes her play as a “deeply personal story”. Millie is sure that the dark, family-drama is a work of fiction; but her family is concerned, especially her Uncle Mark, a school teacher and recovered alcoholic. Through bright lights, and dark comedy, Young Female Playwright asks who gets to tell what story, and what it costs for a woman to be believed.

Young Female Playwright

80 mins | Drama, Comedy | March 15, 2026

Young Female Playwright
When 26-year-old Millie lands a career-making debut as playwright at Canada’s National Theatre, celebration quickly turns to scrutiny after a press release describes her play as a “deeply personal story”. Millie is sure that the dark, family-drama is a work of fiction; but her family is concerned, especially her Uncle Mark, a school teacher and recovered alcoholic. Through bright lights, and dark comedy, Young Female Playwright asks who gets to tell what story, and what it costs for a woman to be believed.
Producers
Original title Young Female Playwright
Directors Pony Nicole Herauf
Writers Ellie Moon

Cast

Ellie Moon

as Millie Moresy

Karen Knox

as Roxx

Raoul Bhaneja

as Kurt

Colin Mochrie

as DS Richardson

Alison Deon

as Shelby

Jaek Eastcott

as Devon