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| A Professional Video Production The 2009 and 2010 Roving Theater productions were videotaped by professional videographer Allen Williams, from Lopez.To order a copy of either ($20), e-mail or call (570) 928-8927. The DVD of the 2008 production, "Floating Past Hilll's Grove," is also available ($15).
Help us plan "Diamonds and Coal" That's the title of our 2011 production, which will focus on the region's railroads, the mining industry in the Bernice/Murraytown/Mildred area and the glory days of Bernice baseball (with its undefeated 1946 season). If you have any suggestions for people to talk to, events to research or stories that would make good scenes in these areas, talk to Linda or Derek (570-928-8927, email). |
"Northwest Passage," the 2010 Roving Historical Theater play, was performed May 28, May 30, and June 5 at the Endless Winds Fire Hall in Shunk. It focused on Fox and Elkland Townships. Much of the historical material came from the Sullivan County Historical Society Museum in Laporte, including their extensive Laurel Leaves collection of some 350 oral histories compiled by Sullivan County High School students in the 1980s. This area of the county is noted for its multi-generational families. Scenes featured early settlers, the Quaker influence, two murders, the Genesee Road, skunk hunting, the Underground Railroad, and a "skinned woman," all encountered by a Native American making his way on foot to recovered his lost heritage. We have changed our overall schedule somewhat - not surprising for a work in progress. At this point, future productions will include:
The Roving Historical Theater is a work-in-progress, its realization depending on the musicians, actors, writers and others who become involved. Many of the topics outlined above may change as the productions evolve. Casting is open to anyone in Sullivan County and the immediately surrounding area, regardless of age or acting experience - all will be accepted; no one will be turned away.
The Arts Council is also looking for musicians familiar with the types of music and instrumentation that were popular locally in various periods.
To keep up with all Sullivan County Council on the Arts doings, email and ask to be added to the weekly email update. Anyone interested in volunteering to help with the Roving Historical Theater can email us or phone 570-928-8927. |
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