The Mill on the Floss by George Elliot adapted by Helen Edmunson

About this event

First of a season of contemporary and classic plays staged in collaboration with Bruford’s technical programmes. George Eliot’s The Mill on the Floss , adapted for the stage by Helen Edmundson, is a moving and richly theatrical exploration of love, loyalty and the struggle for self-determination. Set in rural nineteenth-century England, the story follows Maggie Tulliver, an intelligent, passionate young woman whose fierce spirit and longing for freedom place her at odds with the expectations of her family and society. Combining lyrical storytelling, dynamic ensemble performance and moments of humour, tenderness and heartbreak, the play illuminates timeless questions about identity, forgiveness and the price of being true to oneself. A compelling tale of resilience and sacrifice, The Mill on the Floss remains as relevant today as when it was first published. Performed by Rose Bruford BA Acting and Actor Musicianship students in collaboration with our technical and design students. This production was originally conceived and directed by Sarah Esdaile Directed by: Sarah Esdaile Designer: Toby Coulton Performances: Wednesday 4th November 2026 7pm Thursday 5th November 2026 7pm Friday 6th November 2026 2 and 7pm For full event details including cast lists visit bruford.ac.uk/event/the-mill-on-the-floss This amateur production is performed by arrangment of Nick Hern Books