Stroke tells the true story of actress Virginia Gillard, who worked as a professional clown in Scotland before suffering a stroke. The devised piece uses Virginia’s charming clown persona, Cookie, to explore her personal journey with apraxia, the inability to complete tasks, and aphasia, the inability to speak. Cookie is accompanied on stage by the tender stagehand clown It, played by Sæmundur, Virginia’s husband. Together, they tread between humor and pathos, highlighting the absurdities and challenges of navigating life after a stroke.

Through a mix of physical theater, poignant storytelling, and visual elements, Stroke offers a unique, thought-provoking exploration of disability and resilience, engaging audiences with both its emotional depth and creative approach.