"Blue Roses was a dark and profoundly moving exploration of serious themes, including mental health. The play imagines what would have happened if both Rose Isabel Williams and Rosemary Kennedy were at the same mental hospital at the same time."
"Karen Romero's Miss Happy, Señorita Feliz was a joyful antidote to the effects of modern life - and our screen addiction - on kids, showcasing the festival's commitment to diverse storytelling."
"Fertile Ground may be a festival where new works sprout, but it's also a chance to see some of the best performers, with a talented cast for Blue Roses that included Jessica Tidd and Michael J. Teufel."
The Fertile Ground Festival featured four performances, including two world premieres and two staged readings. Notable productions included Blue Roses, which explored mental health, and Miss Happy, Señorita Feliz, addressing screen addiction in children. The festival, running for 17 days, has been celebrated for its variety since its inception in 2009. Blue Roses, written by Sandra de Helen, delves into female sexuality and class differences, imagining a scenario involving Rose Isabel Williams and Rosemary Kennedy in a mental hospital, both victims of lobotomies.
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