Abigail Adams: First Lady of Firsts
Starring Leslie Goddard
Wednesday, Sept. 16 | 2 pm
Thursday, Sept. 17 | 2 pm and 7:30 pm
Friday, Sept. 18 | 2 pm and 7:30 pm
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 2 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, Sept. 20 | 3 pm
$40
More than simply the wife of John Adams, America’s second president, and the mother of John Quincy Adams, the nation’s sixth president, Abigail Adams was a remarkable figure in her own right. In this captivating living-history performance, award-winning actress and scholar Leslie Goddard brings Abigail Adams to life, recounting her extraordinary journey and sharing insights from her extensive correspondence. Audiences will hear about her famous appeal to her husband to “remember the ladies” as the new nation was being formed. This engaging 90-minute one-woman presentation draws from documented letters and historical records to reveal Abigail’s wit and offer a glimpse at one of the greatest love stories of all time.
DINING OPTION:
For an additional $30, there is a themed luncheon for opening day, Wednesday, Sept. 16, at noon with doors open at 11:30 am. For $35, patrons can add the Sept. 20 Sunday Champagne Brunch, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Seatings available for 11 am, noon or 1 pm. Call for reservations and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.
THEMED WEDNESDAY LUNCHEON MENU
- Vegetable Soup
- Roasted Chicken and Dressing with Supreme Sauce
- Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
- Corn on the Cob
- Abigail's Apple Pan Dowdy a la Mode