Written and performed by Triona Adams, Directed by Owen Lewis.
Based on the true story of a theatrical agent who swapped premieres for prayers.
Giving up a glitzy showbiz career Triona Adams attempted to make it as a nun in an enclosed Benedictine convent with only Spam Fritters and repeats of Dad’s
Army for salvation. It turned out she was not a natural.
A year later she left - wiser, slimmer, but with really bad hair. Sister Triona recounts the bittersweet, comic story of a modern, emancipated woman answering ‘The Call’ and reveals what really goes on beneath the habit. Her story was first heard as a BBC Radio 4 afternoon play, which aired as ‘The Lemon Squeezer’.
“Well observed and funny, its community of elderly eccentrics is fondly brought to life.” The Scotsman****
“I prayed for a Fringe miracle and here one is. Adams is a superb performer, clearly in her element under the spotlight, commanding the stage with faultless skill and a charming calm.” Three Weeks ****
“The full house that the former nun deserves each day will be grateful that she shared her year, as it makes for fine theatre.” British Theatre Guide****
