★★★ “A prime-time psychological revenge thriller […] captivating enough to potentially spawn a TV drama of its own”
The Herald
We’re either Madonnas, or Whores. It doesn’t matter so long as we’re silent.
Grace
Theatre 118 presents Madonna/Whore, a new play by Julie Calderwood.
Convicted serial killer Thomas Cullen reluctantly agrees to an interview with TV mogul Hugo Cameron. Thomas aims to prove his innocence to his daughter; Hugo is driven to salvage his career with a scoop. Researcher Grace must manage egos while pursuing the truth. Madonna/Whore is a thrilling exploration of the way women are portrayed in the media.
Produced as part of Play of the Week at Theatre 118, 10-12 July 2025.
Producers – David Hewitson and Stephen Brackenridge
Writer & director – Julie Calderwood
Grace – Sarah Pieraccinni
Thomas – James Keenan
Hugo – Gregory Bonnar
Technician – Ewan Little
Thanks – Playwrights’ Studio Scotland, Roughly Staged, Derek Johnstone, Graham McDougall, Melody Hewitt, Alison Russell, Valerie Brackenridge, Elaine Brackenridge, Lexi Crawford Outer Spaces, and the Theatre 118 team.
