A new autobiographical show about multiple sclerosis will be coming to Taunton in December.

The Peggy Ramsay award-winning show, Bright Places, is a three-woman, one-woman production that explores life after a multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

It will be performed at the Brewhouse Theatre in Taunton on December 12.

The show is described as a "raw, honest, and funny" account of growing up in the shadow of chronic illness.

It features a soundtrack of 90s pop, a dazzling costume box, and plenty of glitter.

The show will be performed by Lauren Foster, Aimee Berwick, and Rebecca Holmes.

Rebecca Holmes said: "Having been diagnosed at the age of 21 with relapsing and remitting MS, I am honoured to be playing a role in such an important piece of theatre shedding light on an often misunderstood condition."

(Image: Graeme Bradiwood) The play was inspired by the personal experiences of writer Rae Mainwaring, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 23.

The three actresses each portray different versions of her, all named Louise, as well as other characters.

The unpredictability of life with multiple sclerosis is reflected in the scenes and characters, which crash into each other as Louise navigates the turbulent nature of becoming chronically ill.

It transitions from light-hearted crushes on an attractive doctor and fielding well-intentioned advice to grieving the life you thought you might lead.

Rae Mainwaring added: "I’m so excited to get into the rehearsal room with our brilliant group of creatives.

"I’m so proud of the representation within our team and the story we want to tell."

The cast is rounded off by associate director Natallia Bulynia, who will double as the company understudy.

She has previously worked on Killing Eve, Secret Invasion, and Queen of Tears.

The production is presented by Carbon Theatre in association with Birmingham Rep.

It is supported by the Sir Barry Jackson Trust and public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

The play was originally commissioned by Birmingham Rep in 2020.

It contains swearing, strobes, and flashing lights.

There are many references to illness, medical procedures, disability, and ableism, as well as moments of distress and upset.

The performance will run for around 75 minutes and is suitable for people aged 12 and older.

Tickets are available from the Brewhouse Theatre website.