The Insanity of Mary GirardCome see Drew as Stephen Girard in The Insanity of Mary Girard. This is the real-life story of a Philadelphia woman who spent the last 25 years of her life in a mental institution. In 1790, Mary Girard is committed to an asylum. After she became pregnant by another man, her husband had her declared legally insane. Now, she sits in a chair as the “furies” dance around and impersonate people from her past. By the end of this haunting and highly theatrical piece, Mary has grown rather convincingly into her diagnosis.
7pmSchool of the Arts at Central Gwinnett HS
23
May2026
The Insanity of Mary GirardCome see Drew as Stephen Girard in The Insanity of Mary Girard. This is the real-life story of a Philadelphia woman who spent the last 25 years of her life in a mental institution. In 1790, Mary Girard is committed to an asylum. After she became pregnant by another man, her husband had her declared legally insane. Now, she sits in a chair as the “furies” dance around and impersonate people from her past. By the end of this haunting and highly theatrical piece, Mary has grown rather convincingly into her diagnosis.
7pmSchool of the Arts at Central Gwinnett HS
“An engrossing drama on the abuse of the mentally ill.” – The Times-Picayune
“Fully entertaining, creepy and wonderful.” – DC Metro Theater Arts
“A chilling piece of powerlessness and despair.” – NOLA Defender
“Compelling.” – DC Theater Scene
“Well-crafted… simple and effective.” – Gambit Weekly
