What Audiences Are Saying

“Ingrid Griffith has given us a gift with her outstanding performance of Shirley Chisholm” ~Andrew Young, Civil Rights Leader, Politician, Minister, Ambassador

“Congratulations on the continued evolution of the show. We were delighted to host it.” ~Dr. Mabel O. Wilson, Associate Professor, Columbia University, IRAAS 

“That was wonderful! Thank you for bringing Shirley Chisholm to life again. Blessings on your work!” ~Evelyn Brewster, Chair, Central Congregational UCC 

“I had the pleasure of working with actress/playwright Ingrid Griffith. I highly recommend this informative, well-researched and acted production. The audience response was phenomenal.” ~Steven Spataro, Head of Adult Reference, East Hampton Library

“Thank you for your time you so graciously gave us after your performance last night. Clearly, the show brought back many memories for us. You were absolutely terrific. I look forward to meeting again.” – Dale Larocca,  Audience Member at LTV East Hampton, NY

“Graces Sis! You are NEVER disappointing! Folks still raving about your performance! Gratitude! – Yvette Grant

“Hello Ingrid, I was blown away by your portrayal of the indomitable Shirley Chisholm. You made an American icon, who also was an amazing Black woman, into a flesh and blood person, with a family and a very interesting life. Thank you so much and please accept my friend request. I would like to keep up with your work.” – Audience member at Wilmington Drama League in Wilmington, DE

“I am not exaggerating to say that it is the best theatrical presentation I have ever seen, including Broadway, other theaters, or TV. The fact that she wrote such a marvelous book, then memorized it, and professionally played it on stage is beyond anything that other actors have done. It truly brought tears to my eyes and still does. Thank you so much for your perseverance in bringing it to Wilmington. I know you fought a long and hard battle. I wish Ingrid the best of luck in this unbelievable project.” – Margaret, Audience Member at Unbossed & Unbowed, at Wilmington Drama League in Wilmington, DE

Ms. Griffith’s portrayal of Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm was powerful and nothing short of remarkable. She managed to hold the audience in their seats, creating an intimate but electrifying performance. – Veronica D., Wilmington, DE

“Thank you for your time you so graciously gave us after your performance last night. Clearly, the show brought back many memories for us. You were absolutely terrific. I look forward to meeting again.” – Dale Larocca,  Audience Member at LTV East Hampton, NY

 “There was a moment in the play where I forgot I was in a room full of people. It was like we were having a conversation together. Amazing!” 

“What a wonderful tribute to Shirley Chisholm and celebration of history & artistry!”     “You were superb!”  “Ingrid Griffith’s performance is captivating!”   “A stellar performance by Ingrid Griffith!”   “I thoroughly enjoyed the show; so did my friends and sister who accompanied me that evening.”   “Riveting and relevant!”  “An education… entertaining… needed.”  “Everyone must see Unbossed & Unbowed.” 

“Ingrid, you did it again…what a story!”   “I lived through Shirley Chisholm’s time… this icon is back just at the right time.”   “An amazing performance,

an amazing story.”  “A magnificent performance, Brava!”  “LOVE how you play different characters, different attitudes, different accents, different emotions…

very compelling.”  “I know almost nothing about Shirley Chisholm so this has been an education for me.” 

“Ingrid, you crushed it!  And showed that we all have a part to play in serving our community.  Congratulations!”  “So great to be there to see your performance.  You breathe what you do.  I saw it!  It’s wonderful!”  “BRAVO Ingrid!  People need to see your work.  You are necessary! Lots of love!” 

“Unbossed & Unbowed is an amazing and engrossing story and performance.  I left energized and truly inspired.”   “Go Ingrid!  Go Shirley! Ingrid your talent is fierce–as is Shirley!  What a match!”   “Your performance was captivating!  Thank you for enriching our community with your art.  The pleasure of attending was all mine.” “It is Amazing!  Your acting.  Your written word. The experience of your Play.  It is so Moving!! Your words are True THEATRE.”