Can the world’s first celebrity photographer help Abraham Lincoln’s wife woo an angry public? John Ransom Phillips’ acclaimed historical two-hander Mrs President brings to life a politically charged portrait of America’s most misunderstood First Lady.
Her battle for survival begins.
In Mrs President, Mary Lincoln is a woman at war—with her grief, her detractors, and herself. Vilified by an envious elite and accused of treason, she strives to rebuild her public image to win the hearts of the American people.
She turns to the world’s first celebrity photographer, Matthew Brady, who helped her husband, Abraham Lincoln, win the presidency. But their partnership unravels into a tense battle for creative control. As Mary fights to tell her story, the play delves into themes of power, identity, female agency, and the cost of representation.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “History, feminism, drama. Can’t be missed” – Broadway World
With a richly textured script by acclaimed artist, playwright, and historian John Ransom Phillips, Mrs President invites audiences into a gripping examination of history’s biases and the human need to define ourselves.
Described as “evocative” and “unmissable,” this brand-new London production brings to life an intimate and politically charged portrait of America’s most misunderstood First Lady. Miriam Grace Edwards and Sam Jenkins-Shaw star, directed by Bronagh Lagan.
Following the 65-minute performance at 7.30pm on Thursday 20 February 2025, I’ll talk to Mrs President‘s cast and creatives. Any questions? Join us!