Martha Brewster

Martha Brewster is a fictional character from the play and film "Arsenic and Old Lace" by Joseph Kesselring. She is the kind, gentle, and caring mother of two daughters, Abby and Martha Brewster. Martha is known for her warmth and hospitality, often expressing concern for others’ well-being. In the story, she becomes involved in the comedic chaos surrounding her family’s secret obsession with helping lonely older men by giving them poison-laced wine—an endeavor that leads to humorous and absurd situations. Overall, she embodies domestic warmth and traditional family values within a hilarious, dark comedy setting.