About me
Having worked in film, TV and theatre for over 10 years, Chloe performed the role of Ophelia in The Secret Love Life of Ophelia, alongside Helen Mirren and played the role of Emily, in Robert Bathurst’s (Cold Feet/Downton Abbey) directorial debut, The Fall on Sky TV. She is also known for BBC’s Doctors, and Honeycomb Lodge (Winner of Best Film at Delhi International Film Festival), directed by Lesley Manning (BBC’s Ghostwatch).
Chloe is passionate about bold, northern, feminist narratives & creates work that encourages people to challenge societal norms, gives a voice to the voiceless & utilises humour to explore serious issues. She is dedicated to telling stories with social purpose & artistic integrity; political work that will challenge audiences, be high impact & create a space for social change. In 2022 she set up her own theatre company, Chloe Wade Productions, dedicated to amplifying the unheard voices of women in ‘Herstory.’
Chloe’s first full length play, As SHE Likes It, inspired by the story of #MeToo pioneer Patricia Douglas, reached the top 9% of plays in The Women’s Prize for Playwriting, and has just completed a successful ACE funded tour to 30 midscale venues across the UK, receiving 5-star reviews from various publications & amazing audience feedback (Kathy Burke: ‘Very funny and deeply disturbing’). She is mentored by Olivier Award Winning Playwright, Morgan Lloyd Malcolm (Emilia/ The Wasp).
Chloe can currently be seen in Odd Squad UK on BBC iPlayer, Emmerdale on ITVX, and Upgraded, alongside Camila Mendes on Amazon. She is currently developing an adaptation of Jane Austen’s Persuasion, alongside Archipelago Arts and supported by Sheffield Theatres.
chloe-wade.com / chloewadeproductions.com
@yorkshirewade
My Plays
As SHE Likes It
Synopsis:
Kiss the Hollywood happy ending goodbye!
As SHE Likes It is inspired by the story of #MeToo pioneer Patricia Douglas. It’s been nearly 100 years since Patricia Douglas was lured to a studio party under the guise of a casting call, in what was perhaps the biggest, best-suppressed scandal in Hollywood history.
Number of Characters: 24
Minimum Number of Actors Required: 5
Length (in Pages): 62
Location: First Half: Old Hollywood 1937. Second Half: Modern Day
Key Words: dark comedy, #MeToo, cabaret, drag, verbatim, LGBTQ+, political
Has the Play Been Produced? Yes
Are the Rights Available? Yes
Has the Play Been Published? No
Award nominations/wins: Top 9% Women's Prize for Playwriting
Reviews:
***** 5-star
“This is a very special piece of theatre, performed by an extremely talented cast with passion and vigour. Writer and performer, Chloe Wade has created a multi-media theatrical play that is THE moment.”
https://www.londontheatre1.com/reviews/as-she-likes-it-at-greenwich-theatre-review/
***** 5-star
“A simply inspiring evening. A real success, and a really important show! By addressing difficult subjects with sensitivity, honesty and integrity, the team involved in this show have created a theatrical experience that is entertaining, emotional and enlightening, having a lasting impact on audiences. This production needs to be seen.”
https://www.stagesideuk.co.uk/ad-as-she-likes-it-review/
**** 4-star
“Writer Chloe Wade and director Tilly Vosburgh have tapped into something very real and very relevant. I applaud not only the writing but all the performances as well, I encourage everyone to go and see it and spread the word.”
https://www.upper-circle.com/home/review-as-she-likes-it-greenwich-theatre
**** 4-star
“As the Damsel in Distress, Krupa Pattani serves as narrator for much of the time, which she does with clarity and verve. As the Girl Next Door, Chloe Wade is appropriate to the stereotype in her initial appearances, but gains agency as her character’s confidence increases, until she stands up to the corrupt studio bosses in a subtle and truthful performance. As the Leading Lady, Lucy Tuck inhabits the role fully, commanding the stage as necessary. Screwball Comedy Queen Stacey Evans has the challenging task of repeating a performance again and again and yet indicating the despair beneath the jollity, and does so extremely effectively. Tanika Yearwood portrays the Sex Symbol and a wide range of other characters and does so deftly and with humour.”
https://www.westendbestfriend.co.uk/news/review-as-she-likes-it-greenwich-theatre-tour
This intense script takes us expertly through a story that must be told and retold, pointing a finger at the patriarchy that persists in misogynistic behaviour. A moving piece of theatre with a gut-wrenching punch. Chloe Wade Productions have done their job.”
https://www.blackpoolsocial.club/46547-theatre-review-as-she-likes-it/
“This play perfectly encompassed that uneasy feeling, showcasing it in gloriously disturbing detail for all to see, and was so well written and performed. I would highly recommend seeing it on its next run. Is this what empowerment feels like?”
https://www.writingintotheether.com/hollywood-her-way-as-she-likes-it-takes-back-the-narrative/
“Chloe Wade’s As SHE Likes It takes a bold step post-#MeToo; tackling systemic questions with playfulness and poignancy as it examines the attitudes and archetypes that have pervaded our culture for far too long. An ambitious project and one that comes off.”
https://oughttobeclowns.com/2024/01/review-as-she-liked-it-greenwich-theatre.html/
“This play has left such an impact on me, it has educated me so much on important topics within the film industry now and 90 years ago and the real change society has had.”
https://www.yourharlow.com/2024/02/25/review-as-she-likes-it-at-the-harlow-playhouse/#:~:text=Itchallengesthenormswhile,thisplaydemonstratesthisamazingly.
‘Very funny and deeply disturbing’ Kathy Burke.
‘Incredibly powerful and also really funny. This is the #MeToo play I want to see. It has given me hope.’ Morgan Lloyd Malcolm
