The Heart Museum opens Saturday 3rd October at the Bread & Roses Theatre, exploring two best friends and loss. Learn more about you can expect:
1: What was the initial spark that inspired the production?
The initial spark that inspired the production was when I was actually tidying up my room after a bad mental health day and I thought about my mum (who had a huge impact on me and inspires a lot of my writing). I had her words in my head; “Clean room, clean mind.” That sparked the idea of a friend knowing that sometimes you can’t help solve the situation but just showing a bit of human kindness and tidying up a room (or depression pit as I call in when everything is an absolute tip) can make the world of a difference. The play wrote itself from there.
2: What can you tell us about Mark and Quinn without giving too much away?
Mack and Quinn are best friends and their closeness stems from previous friendships and relationships they’ve had throughout their lives, learned behaviours and inside jokes that have blossomed into friendship. They knew each other existed in school but didn’t really become close until college. The bond between Mack and Quinn is an example of a friend for life who you meet a bit later on, not the best friends you’ve known since you were 5, but a genuine closeness that starts and continues through adulthood.
3: The show asks how long grieving takes. Do you actually think there is a direct question for this?
Grief is a tricky one and “The Heart Museum” discusses how grief isn’t linear but also how it isn’t always a sad thing. I’m aware that seems confusing but all is revealed in the show!
4: What do you think audiences will resonate most with?
I think audiences will resonate with how memories and caring about someone from your past feeds into little aspects of life no matter how they left whether it’s a break up or a friendship ending or someone has passed away. Almost everyone knows what it’s like to lose someone in some way and hopefully this show will spark a warm, fuzzy little memory.
5: What has been the most enjoyable part about creating The Heart Museum?
The most enjoyable part of this show has been working with such a strong cast who really do just want to get stuck in. There has been a lot of laughter and silliness as well as learning how to be honest and aid each other in decision making. As the writer I’m so proud of what I’ve written but I’m even more so of the actors who give these characters so much life.
The Heart Museum opens Saturday 3rd October at the Bread & Roses Theatre. Many thanks to Jessica-Anne Blúm for answering our questions. Book your tickets here!
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