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The Return is a playful reimagining of real events surrounding a trial for imposture in 1560 in the South West of France. It is not faithful to any historical account of the events. I gratefully acknowledge as inspiration the writing of Natalie Zemon Davis (The Return of Martin Guerre, 1983) and Jean Coras (Arrest Memorable du parlement de Tolose, 1561).

Hope and Joy was written over several years. Winning the Tron Theatre Progressive Playwright Award was a key stage in its development.

Heartfelt thanks goes to the extended network of people who made the writing of these plays possible, and special thanks to Philip Howard and Caitlin Skinner for making exciting things happen.

Ellie Stewart, May 2020