In This Our Home/The Life of Mary Sewall
- Agata Drogowska
- Apr 2
- 3 min read
In This Our Home/The Life of Mary Sewall by Donna Sewall Davidge is undoubtedly one of the best standouts of the Spring 2025 18th United Solo Festival. In This Our Home/The Life of Mary Sewall is engaging and offers a fascinating and intimate look at American history through an ancestral and familial lens.
This production is dedicated to the life of her grandmother, Mary Sewall, drawing from her diaries to paint an intimate portrait of hardships, loyalty, and love. The storytelling was deeply moving, and the performance left a lasting impression. This rich slice of American history also highlights the power of friendships, even the most unexpected ones. She is honored to share her ancestors' legacy, including their connection with President Theodore Roosevelt.
The Sewall House in Maine, where much of this history took place, still stands today and has been transformed into a peaceful yoga retreat. Its legacy adds another layer of depth to this already compelling story.
Donna Sewall Davidge delivers a remarkable one-woman performance. The exceptional craftsmanship of her acting was evident throughout the 75-minute solo performance, as she brought history to life while maintaining the audience's unwavering attention. A packed theater bore witness to her outstanding stage presence and emotional depth, making this a truly extraordinary theatrical experience.
In This Our Home/The Life of Mary Sewall is a moving tribute—intimate, heartfelt, and resonant. It lingers well after the lights go down.
Written and Performed by Donna Sewall Davidge
Directed by Donna Sewall Davidge
March 25 and April 12, 2025
March 18 through April 20, 2025
Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street, NYC)
Born in Poland and based in New York, Agata Drogowska is a filmmaker, artist, journalist, writer, and curator specializing in the visual and performing arts. With a career spanning over two decades, Drogowska has become a significant figure in the cultural dialogue between Poland and the United States. She holds a degree in Painting and Arts Education from the University of the Arts in Poznań (formerly the Academy of Fine Arts) and a diploma in Filmmaking from the New York Film Academy, which she completed in 2010. Her multidisciplinary background is reflected in her diverse accomplishments as a painter, set designer, and artistic director during her early career in Poland. Drogowska’s notable achievements include serving as Vice President of the Artistic Association “InterCity” (1999–2010), curating a critically acclaimed exhibition of works by renowned Polish-American photographer Ryszard Horowitz (2010), and leading the public art project “The Art Benches” (2003–2007), which transformed urban spaces in Poznań into interactive art installations. Since 2012, Drogowska has been based in New York, where she currently serves as the President of New York Artists and Filmmakers. Under her leadership, the organization is dedicated to showcasing contemporary Polish cinema and fostering artistic collaborations between Poland and the United States. Her work has been presented at renowned venues, including MoMA, the Tribeca Screening Room, and the Polish Consulate General in New York. Drogowska is also an accomplished filmmaker, having debuted with the short experimental film Sick Home, Home Sick in 2004. Beyond her artistic endeavors, she is an active journalist and writer, contributing insightful articles on art, film, and culture to international publications. Her projects often focus on preserving and celebrating the legacy of Polish cinema and art, emphasizing their relevance in contemporary global discourse. For more information, visit agatadrogowska.com.
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