Sanctuary

Tour synopsis, cast & creatives

In a world teetering on the edge, Sanctuary tells the story of two women trapped in a basement as political violence erupts outside. Cassie, a disillusioned liberal, sees the rising fascism and male violence as inescapable, while Amelia, a conservative woman of faith, denies the severity of the situation, clinging to the hope that it will soon pass. As the threat outside intensifies, the ideological differences between these lifelong friends begin to unravel their bond. With each clash, they confront not only the danger at their door but also the tension between survival and denial. When Amelia steps into the fray, believing she's safe, the brutal consequences force Cassie to grapple with her guilt and fear in a world where no one is truly safe. This powerful play challenges audiences to reflect on the dangers of political complacency and the human cost of ignoring the truth. Sanctuary explores survival, friendship, and the fractured state of today's world, leaving no easy answers but raising questions that will linger long after the curtain falls.

Cast/Performers

Laura Shipler Chico (Cassie), Laura Kay Bailey (Amelia), Dominic Weatherill (Voiceover)

Creatives/Company

Author: Christine Rose
Director: Donna King