The Mummy Monologues

A mid-length play.

OVERVIEW:

This was written during my mummy phase. (See also Tumbletots.) I knew nothing of motherhood and so got all the information from a copy of Pregnancy magazine and a long chat with my mum.

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STORY:

This 30-minute comedy comprises four monologues from women with differing experiences of pregnancy. The dialogue is spliced together in fast-paced scenes and direct address pieces.

PERFORMANCES:

•    Sydney Short & Sweet Festival One Act, Aug 2008
Director:     Malcolm Frawley
Cast:       Helen Atkinson,  Elizabeth Lane, Deborah Bradshaw, Cristina Ventresca

AWARDS:

Nominated ‘Best Play” Newtown Theatre, Aug 2008, Sydney Short & Sweet Festival One Act

IMAGES:

Cristina Ventresca and Helen Atkinson in mummy mode.