In 2001, over a thousand love letters written during World War II

were found in a Louisiana attic...

Charlotte Purser's compelling new theatrical production, "The War Letters," inspired by the real collection of over a thousand love letters exchanged between her grandparents during World War II, offers audiences a poignant and otherworldly experience that delves into the depths of love, memory and resilience.

Directed by Ana Margineanu (Pop-Up Theatrics) with performances by Charlotte Purser and Jens Rasmussen (American Dreams), “The War Letters" weaves together two profound narratives — first and foremost, the touching love story between Purser’s grandparents, offering a glimpse into a time when the handwritten letter was a lifeline that transcended distance and danger. And also the heart-wrenching journey of Purser’s grandmother as she grapples with late-stage Alzheimer’s disease. The play offers a sensitive portrayal of her experiences, enveloping the audience in the fractured landscape of her memories where reality and illusion intermingle, blurring the lines between past and present. 

ThisThistle Media is an independent production company focusing on creative content for theatre, film, tv, and new media.

Founded and Executive Produced by Charlotte Purser, ThisThistle Media has produced five short films, a podcast, a staged reading of a new play, and a workshop for the upcoming Off-Broadway production, The War Letters.

ThisThistle Media aims to build greater empathy in the world by shining a light on small, specific stories that key us into the details of another life. Any other life. All other lives.

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