Franklinland
- Lloyd Suh
- Dee Covington
- Nov 5 - Dec 10, 2022
- Nov 3 - 4
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Regional Premiere
Show Times
Thursday – Saturday: Performances Start at 7:30 pm
Sunday: Performances Start at 2:00 pm
Welcome to the Regional Premiere of Franklinland by Lloyd Suh! We are overjoyed to include this production in our 25th Anniversary Season. This year, our Silver Anniversary, we are exploring the question “What does it mean to be an American?” This beautiful piece written by Lloyd Suh, is definitely one that fits in perfectly with this question as we explore our country’s foundational roots. This is one production you are absolutely not going to want to miss!
This modern, comic take on the American Revolution puts the spotlight on the relationship between the brilliant and domineering Ben Franklin and his son William. As Ben plants the seeds of a new republic, King George III appoints William as Royal Governor of New Jersey— a change in affairs that creates a revolutionary family rift. Filled with historical context and hilarious jokes, this play will take a comedic approach to exploring our nation’s foundation.
Run Time: 90 Minutes No Intermission
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Cast
Production Team
- Markas Henry, Scenic Designer
- Vance McKenzie, Lightning Designer
- Brian Freeland, Sound and Projection Design
- Annette Westerby, Props Artisan
- Dane Torbenson, Fight Choreographer
- Amanda Clark, Wig and Make-Up Design
- Wayne Breyer, Stage Manager
- Annika Radovcich, Scenic Artist
- Adam L. Garb, Rigging
- Katy Gentry, Assistant Stage Manager
- Roy McFarlane, Scenic Construction
- Chyanne Huynh, Board Operator
Sponsors
Thank you to our Sponsors, who made this show possible!
Platinum:
The Honorable Karen Brody & Michael Hughes
Susan & John France
Silver:
Lori Pidick & Mark Niles
Wiegand– Attorneys & Counselors LLC, Robert Wiegand II
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Naturally Obsessed: The Making of a Scientist, dir. Richard and Carole Rifkind (2010)
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Churchill & Son by Josh Ireland
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