This Man’s a Spy
When:
SUNDAY, MAY 5
2:00pm
Admission:
$10 Adults / $5 Children ages 4 - 18 / Members receive 20% off
Details:
This Man’s a Spy is a musical retelling by Carla Lynne Hall and Jim Keyes of the treasonous plot between American General Benedict Arnold and British Major John Andre during the American Revolutionary War. Through musical storytelling, Carla and Keyes tell the story of American General Benedict Arnold and British Major John André and their treasonous plot to deliver West Point to the British. They introduce other important members of the story such as Peggy Shippen, Benedict Arnold’s wife, and local Patriot militiaman, John “Jack” Peterson, a free African-American man who helped foil Major André’s escape back to the British lines. A perfect event for families and history enthusiast alike. Best for children ages 7 and up.
This program is being supported through a grant from the Putnam Arts Council.