MADONNA OF THE CELL (MONODRAMA)

by Adam Richter

(TEN-MINUTE MONODRAMA)

In 1923, Grace Giffords was held in the same jail where in 1916 she married her husband, who was executed the morning after their wedding. While there, she did what she knew best: draw.

Written for 28 (29) Plays Later 2024.

Draft updated Dec. 30, 2025.

(TEN-MINUTE MONODRAMA)

In 1923, Grace Giffords was held in the same jail where in 1916 she married her husband, who was executed the morning after their wedding. While there, she did what she knew best: draw.

Written for 28 (29) Plays Later 2024.

Draft updated Dec. 30, 2025.

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MADONNA OF THE CELL (MONODRAMA)

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  • Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn: MADONNA OF THE CELL (MONODRAMA) by Adam Richter
    “

    This monologue hits hard visually and textually. The comparison to the Virgin Mary having a look of love and peace, knowing full well what lies ahead to Grace and the cause of her people is so powerful. Fighting a fight you know is hopeless, but still right is such an act of courage. This is so important to remember, especially today.

    This monologue hits hard visually and textually. The comparison to the Virgin Mary having a look of love and peace, knowing full well what lies ahead to Grace and the cause of her people is so powerful. Fighting a fight you know is hopeless, but still right is such an act of courage. This is so important to remember, especially today.

    ”
  • Ken Love: MADONNA OF THE CELL (MONODRAMA) by Adam Richter
    “

    With "Madonna of the Cell", Adam Richter has taken a significant moment in history and created a detailed, multi-layered portrait that literally leaps from the page. The words sting like caustic lyrics. How I would love to see this performed.

    With "Madonna of the Cell", Adam Richter has taken a significant moment in history and created a detailed, multi-layered portrait that literally leaps from the page. The words sting like caustic lyrics. How I would love to see this performed.

    ”
  • Kelly McBurnette-Andronicos: MADONNA OF THE CELL (MONODRAMA) by Adam Richter
    “

    A little unobtrusive history lesson is rolled up in this warm but painful telling of one woman's involvement with the Easter Rising. A beautiful rendering of loss, oppression, and the art that results. Lovely.

    A little unobtrusive history lesson is rolled up in this warm but painful telling of one woman's involvement with the Easter Rising. A beautiful rendering of loss, oppression, and the art that results. Lovely.

    ”
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Character Information

  • GRACE GIFFORDS PLUNKETT
    Grace Giffords was an Irish woman but the actor portraying her may be of any race or ethnicity. This is theater, not historical re-enactment.
    Late 20s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman