About

Oddsocks Productions presents Motherhood, a moving yet humorous work of autobiographical theatre by actress and writer Elli Mackenzie.

Drawing on her own experiences, Elli explores the highs and lows of raising children while running a family business. From the frustrations and joys to the bizarre and downright unbelievable moments, the show offers an honest and personal insight into family life.

Inspired by the words of American author Elizabeth Stone — “Making the decision to have a child… is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body” — Elli reflects on what that really means in everyday life. Audiences meet Elli, her husband Andy, an orangutan and a giant woodlouse in this unique production.

Described as “amazing” and “refreshingly honest”, Motherhood combines humour with heartfelt storytelling. Audience reviews praise it as “both heartbreaking and hilarious” and “a beautiful narrative bravely told”.

Running for one hour and fifteen minutes, this production offers an engaging and relatable theatre experience — a must for mothers, or anyone who has a mother