The Yellow Wallpaper

Based on the classic short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, THE YELLOW WALLPAPER follows the story of A Woman who, after showing signs of depression, is subjected to the “rest cure” and pushed into forced isolation by her physician husband. As her long, lonely days stretch on, she becomes increasingly consumed with the sickly yellow wallpaper that covers her bedroom walls, rapidly losing her sense of self and her grasp on reality.

A biting critique on the treatment of women in medicine when it was first published in 1892, the story remains unfortunately relevant today when a staggering 38% of women have reported a mental health decline since the onset of the pandemic, and 40% have said they do not have access to the mental health care they need (BCWHF).

Inspired by the negative impact that COVID-19 has had on those who already suffer from mental illness, this production is set in the historic Campbell House Museum and presents a live performance through artistic use of projections displayed throughout the home.

Audience members are invited to wander the house and experience the show from different perspectives as they interact with unique elements found in each room. The order in which they access the rooms, as well as the time spent with various elements will inform their experience of the play, and of The Woman’s madness – each audience member will be able to have a unique experience of the story. Additionally, a live-streaming experience will be available for audience members to watch from home.

TIMES

Evening performances, doors open at 7:30pm, show at 8pm.

Matinee performances, doors open at 1:30pm, show at 2pm.

Friday, March 3, 2023 @ 8pm – Previews (contact Campbell House directly to purchase tickets)

Saturday, March 4, 2023 @ 8pm (no tickets on sale – invite only)

Sunday, March 5, 2023 @ 2pm

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 @ 8pm

Thursday, March 9, 2023 @ 8pm

Friday, March 10, 2023 @ 8pm

Saturday, March 11, 2023 @ 2pm

Saturday, March 11, 2023 @ 8pm

Sunday, March 12, 2023 @ 2pm

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 @ 8pm

Thursday, March 16, 2023 @ 8pm

Friday, March 17, 2023 @ 8pm

Saturday, March 18, 2023 @ 2pm

Saturday, March 18, 2023 @ 8pm

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for in-person performances available HERE
Tickets for live-streaming available at bygonetheatre.com/tickets

In-person tickets available at the door. If a performance is not sold out, tickets may be purchased starting when doors open. Due to limited capacity, it is strongly recommended that tickets be purchased online.

Latecomers are welcome, though it is encouraged that you show up before the show starts to experience additional programming on history and mental health.

ACCESSIBILITY

The audience is encouraged to walk around Campbell House Museum and experience The Yellow Wallpaper as they see fit. Therefore, the performance is relaxed, and there are experiences suitable for those with sensory issues.

For those with mobility issues, seating will be provided throughout; however, experiencing the entirety of Campbell House Museum requires using stairs. There are no mobility aids available. Persons requiring mobility devices (such as wheelchairs) are welcome, though accessibility is confined to the main floor. We encourage those who have questions regarding mobility to reach out to emily@bygonetheatre.com or conor@bygonetheatre.com.

The online component will have closed captioning.

CONTENT WARNINGS

– Depictions of mental anguish

– Depictions of confinement

– Mature themes