We Dig
We Dig was an exhilarating theatre project led by Emma, alongside a company of trans performers. Built from conversations with trans women and trans feminine people around the world, particularly the UK, Indonesia and Turtle Island (Canada), We Dig centred around the actual excavation of a giant hole - a literal representation of a queer community needing to bury itself for protection. It formed part of the closing season of OvalHouse Theatre, one of several unique commissions to help demolish the historic building through performance.
We Dig was a collaborative devised process with other trans artists, including Travis Alabanza, Morgan M Page and Tamarra.
We Dig was performed by a changing company of trans femmes, with a surprise guest performer each night.
“mournful and magnificent”.
Lyn Gardner, Stagedoor
“Frankland skilfully weaves multiple themes together. We Dig is a well-structured and powerfully direct piece of theatre that mines the earth to create an illuminating and enthralling performance.”
The Stage
“Emma does what you expect, providing strong eloquent monologues, even whilst operating a pneumatic drill”.
LGBTQ Arts Review
