The Hermit and The Chariot

Written and performed by Molly Tollefson

The Hermit & The Chariot was originally intended as a 10-minute piece to be performed once, which turned out to be a little ambitious considering the harrowing story. Molly Tollefson’s great-grandmother, Greta, fled Nazi-invaded Austria in 1939, narrowly rescuing her family from imprisonment and certain death. In The Hermit & The Chariot, Greta comes back from the dead to discuss Molly's nebulous 20’s, what it means to be hopeful during the unhopefulest of times, and the Holocaust over a tarot reading.

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Directed by Gwen Davidson
Technical Direction by Tony Morse

Molly Tollefson (she/her) is a Seattle based actor across multiple performance mediums such as theatre, solo work, film, improvisation, and devised works. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Theatre from Seattle University, an Associates degree from Shoreline Community College, and a certificate from Seattle Film Institute. She has been performing as an ensemble member of Jet City Improv since 2015. Tollefson is commercially represented by TCM Models and Talent. Aside from acting, she is an avid student of tarot, TikTok, and most recently, pole dancing.

Gwen Davidson (she/they) is a recent graduate of Seattle University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in Theatre and with departmental honors. She is a Seattle based artist and educator — passionate about creating art that is accessible, community engaged, and healing centered. Davidson is a seasoned stage manager, scenic artist, and director. Aside from her theatrical and artistic experience, Davidson has a background in childcare and early childhood education. She loves to engage youth and community in art that is educational and liberating.

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18th & Union is beginning to host audiences again! We're going slow, and only filling to partial capacity. Please note the following guidelines:

• Proof of vaccination will be required for entry into the venue. Masks are required while not eating or drinking.
• All venue staff are fully vaccinated and will be masked. All performers are fully vaccinated and will be masked when not performing.
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