Plays In Place presents:
Pulling at the Roots
EXTENDED: July 5 at 6:30, July 6 at 2:00 and 6:30, July 7 at 6:30
a series of three site-specific plays that move the audience through three centuries of Northampton history, commissioned by Historic Northampton.
Circling Suspicion by Talya Kingston, brings us into the home and mind of Mary Bliss Parsons as she struggles with accusations of witchcraft.
Rose, by Jasmine Rochelle Goodspeed explores a fraught exchange between famous cleric Jonathan Edwards and Rose, who is enslaved by Edwards.
The Optimist’s Razor by Patrick Gabridge, shows abolitionists David and Lydia Maria Child confronting a decision that threatens their careers and marriage.
Set and staged in the restored historic barn and the grounds of Historic Northampton (46 Bridge Street), the dramas of Pulling at the Roots breathe life and humanity into two historical themes: the meaning of home and women’s search for autonomy.
Directed by Brianna Sloane
Acting ensemble features: Bill Stewart, Christine Stevens, Linda Tardif, Matt Haas, Will MacAdams, Myka Plunkett, and Tahmie Der.
All three 25-minute plays will be performed every time and will be followed by a brief talkback with the artists and a historian.
General Admission: Sliding Scale $15 to $50
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Last year’s show sold out!
