About me

Autistic theatremaker and playwright based in Manchester | Nominee of the Actually Autistic Award 2024 by Neurodiverse Review | Recipient of the Keep it Fringe Fund 2024 for debut play, Chameleon

My Plays

Chameleon


Synopsis:

Embarking on a journey of self-discovery following her autism diagnosis, Chameleon grapples with the complexities of love, identity and - most importantly - soggy chips. Reeled in by Snake’s intoxicating charm and irresistible jawline, she soon learns that conversation is a delicate and sometimes deadly dance. As she gets lost in the disorientating rhythm of the Concrete Jungle, the sound becomes too much and Chameleon wonders… is everything meant to be this complicated? Written and directed by Jess Telling, ‘Chameleon’ reimagines the turbulence of her neurodivergent experience with dry humour, techno beats and the triumph of embracing one’s true colours.


Number of Characters: 6


Minimum Number of Actors Required: 3


Length (in Pages): 55


Location: Manchester


Key Words: comedy, love, autism, autistic


Has the Play Been Produced? Yes


Are the Rights Available? No


Has the Play Been Published? No


Award nominations/wins: Nominated for the Actually Autistic Award 2024 for Excellence in Autistic Representation


Reviews:

**** - '...the performance is nothing short of spectacular' EdFringeReview
**** - 'Jess Telling's writing is vulnerable and emotive' EdFringeReview

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Manchester

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