People, Places and Things

Ever feel like you're losing control, and the only way out is to escape yourself? People, Places, and Things plunges you into the chaotic world of Emma, an actress whose life has spun into a dizzying cycle of addiction, forcing her into the stark reality of rehab. Follow Emma's raw and brutally honest journey through the grueling steps of recovery. You'll confront the difficult questions about identity, truth, and what it truly means to get better when you've built your entire life on playing a part. This is a story about hitting rock bottom and finding the will to climb back up.

Duncan Macmillan is an award-winning British playwright and director whose work, including Lungs and 1984, has been produced internationally to widespread critical acclaim. His extensive research and collaboration with addiction specialists and recovery communities directly informed the raw authenticity of People, Places and Things. This deep immersion allowed him to craft a profoundly honest and compassionate exploration of addiction, recovery, and the human condition, making his insights both powerful and resonant.