Beneath the Camouflage Tree is a two-hander play which introduces fictional characters Jack and Tony, inspired by a composite of many real ‘women soldiers’.
Against the backdrop of an observation post in WW1, Beneath the Camouflage Tree examines the complexity of relationships, identity, and grief.
The play was shortlisted for The VAULT Creative Arts Playwriting Award 2026, and was selected for festival performances at the egg, Theatre Royal Bath, and EnRoute Theatre’s Voyages festival for new writing.
This performance has no age restriction, though there is minimal cursing and themes of war/grief.
19:30 – Act 1 – Beneath the Camouflage Tree
20:30 – Interval
20:45 – Act 2 – Heritage discussion and company Q&A
Act 2 comprises a heritage discussion led by the writer, Emily Meldrum, who introduces the real history which inspires the story and the importance of critical fabulation in creating heritage for underrepresented groups including female and queer communities; following this, the actors and composer will also join the panel discussion. Audience feedback and questions are welcomed. Act 2 lasts between 30-60 minutes.
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