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Production Photo
(left to right) Sherryl Ray and Sharva Maynard. Photo: Chris Bennion (Seattle Children's Theatre, 2000)
Title
The Midwife's Apprentice

Creators
Karen Cushman, author
Constance Congdon, featured playwright

Details
82 pgs. 7 female, 13 male +ensemble (doubling is possible)
Originally produced in SCT's 2000-2001 season
Audience Recommendation: 8+

Synopsis
Set in Medieval England, we meet Brat, a young abandoned girl living hand-to-mouth with a cat as her only companion. Her journey begins when she becomes an apprentice for Jane, the stern village midwife. As Brat learns the secrets of midwifery she begins to realize her potential, transforming from nameless foundling to radiant Alyce. This adaptation is brimming with intrigue, adventures and compelling characters.

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