TRAD is a theatrical tear-down of the modern phenomenon of trad — or traditional — wives and the associated Christian nationalist arsenal of beliefs, which also indulges our collective yearning for fantasies of escape. This trad wife is eternally rotund with her husband's seed: What could shake the ripeness of her faith in this idyllic existence?!
Staged as a seminar for women curious about the tradwife life, with the audience cast as the attendees. Expect to be called on.
Written and performed by Hannah Mitchell. Directed by Iris McCloughan. Initially co-directed and devised with Meaghan Robichaud. Produced by Celebration Barn. Premiered to sold-out houses at The Exponential Festival in January 2026 and played the Philadelphia Fringe Festival in September 2026.
"Mitchell does some absolutely wacky shit here... I howled... Praise be." — Staff Picks
Hannah Mitchell is an Atlanta native. This is the first time she has performed her own work in her hometown.
Approximately 60 minutes. Adult content, strong language, and audience participation. 18+.
Part of a one-night double bill — see DENTATA at 9:15 PM. Both shows, $30.
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