In the vibrant heart of Toronto's Gerrard India Bazaar, Dilpreet and his daughters, Jasmeet and Simran, are frantically preparing to open their new sari shop in time for Canada Day. While Jasmeet prepares designs for the store's logo and signs, she is also preparing for her high-school prom. Meanwhile, Simran anxiously awaits her LSAT scores that will grant her access to the best law schools in the country. Amidst the flurry of activity, Simran experiences a mental-health crisis, threatening to derail not only her future but the family's shared dream. As she spirals into a dangerous breakdown, the family's dedication to their shop and to each other is put to the ultimate test. Little Pretty and The Exceptional is a candid and compassionate portrait of a family haunted by a traumatic past, exposing the stigmas surrounding mental health in the South Asian community. This heartfelt tale reveals what it truly means to support and care for our loved ones during their darkest times. • This play was informed by Anusree's own experiences with PTSD and mental health. • Anusree loves orange popsicles and Korean romance dramas. • Little Pretty and The Exceptional was first produced by Factory Theatre, Toronto, from April 1 to 30, 2017. Set in Toronto's Gerrard India Bazaar, Dilpreet and his daughters, Jasmeet and Simran, frantically rush to open their new sari shop in time for Canada Day. Jasmeet has her eye on becoming prom queen at school, while Simran anxiously awaits her LSAT scores that will determine her future. Amidst the flurry of preparation, Simran's mounting stress and erratic behaviour goes unnoticed until it threatens to derail their family's lifelong dream. Little Pretty and The Exceptional candidly portrays a family haunted by past traumas, exposing the taboos surrounding mental health within the South Asian community. This heartfelt tale explores how far a family will go to support their loved ones during the darkest of times.
