Date of Award
Spring 5-2017
Degree Type
Thesis-Restricted
Degree Name
M.F.A.
Degree Program
Film and Theatre
Department
Film and Theatre
Major Professor
Diane Baas
Second Advisor
Kevin Griffith
Third Advisor
Erik Hansen
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Agnes of God is the story of a nun (Agnes) who gets pregnant while living in a convent. She almost dies after giving birth to a baby, who was later found dead in a garbage can. The cast consists of three members: Agnes; Mother Miriam Ruth (Mother Superior); and Dr. Martha Livingstone, the court appointed psychiatrist. Faith is tested as Dr. Livingstone draws closer to uncovering the truth surrounding the conception, birth, and death of Agnes’ baby.
I performed the role of Mother Superior in the UNO production of Agnes of God. This thesis documents my rehearsal and performance journey. It includes a rehearsal journal and an evaluation of my performance. The play was performed in the Lab Theatre of the Performing Arts Center on November 5 and 6; November 14 and 15; and on November 19 and 20.
Agnes of God is based on a true story.
Keywords: Mother Superior, Agnes, Pielmeier, Sacrifice, Nun, Maureen Murphy
Recommended Citation
Matthews, Venita J., "An Actor's Method to Building the Character of Mother Superior in AGNES OF GOD" (2017). University of New Orleans Theses and Dissertations. 2369.
https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/2369
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