CHARACTERS
Maddie – 46
PRODUCTION HISTORY
First performed 29 September 2021 at The Green Room Theatre, Dorking, UK. A production from DDOS.
MADDIE was performed by Abby Still
REVIEWS
‘We take comfort in a lot of things; stability, routine, faith in a higher power (perhaps), the idea that we are in control of out destiny. But all that can change in a moment’s lapse in judgement, as Paul Smith expertly shows us in this riveting monologue. And now Maddie, never one to be bothered by solitude, finds herself alone after a tragedy, completely out of any sort of comfort zone. The added irony is that her calling no longer allows her any comfort either. She is truly alone here. Terrific writing!’ – John Busser on New Play Exchange
‘A life can chance forever in an instant. Kudos to Paul Smith for crafting this character and a monologue that voices such a range of emotions in short, staccato language syntax that perfectly mirrors Maddie’s mental state. CELL – COMFORT is a gem for any actor to perform!’ – Vivian Lermond on New Play Exchange
RUNNING TIME
Approximately 5-8 minutes
PREVIEW
Preview available here
