Simsbury 250 Play To Honor Women Of The Revolution

SIMSBURY, CT — The Simsbury 250th Celebration Committee will present a new play this weekend, highlighting the often-overlooked role of women during the American Revolution.

"The Seat Beside Her 3: Stories of the Revolution," written by local playwright Betsy Maguire, will be performed March 6–8 at the Garmany Performing Arts Center at the McLean senior living facility in Simsbury, 75 Great Pond Road.

The 75-minute costumed reading features a cast of eight and tells stories of women who supported the fight for American independence, often at personal risk to themselves and their families.

The production is scheduled during Women’s History Month.

“Over my 25years of playwriting, I’ve found a real niche in writing about trailblazing women throughout history, particularly those who are confined to the rare book rooms in libraries,” Maguire said in a statement. “I love to discover them, research them, and write their stories. Performing this play during Women’s History Month is a fitting tribute to so many brave women who were truly Revolutionary!”

Bob Moody, co-chair of the Simsbury 250th Celebration Committee, said the performance reflects the town’s efforts to commemorate its historical significance.

“We are extremely proud of Simsbury’s role in the American Revolution,” Moody said. “This performance is one of the unique ways we’re celebrating our town’s place in history.”

Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, March 6; 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 7; and 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 8.

Doors open 30 minutes before each show. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Tickets are $20 per person and are available through the Simsbury 250th Celebration Committee website.

Proceeds will support upcoming town events marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. Corporate sponsorships are also available.

The Simsbury 250th Celebration Committee is organized in part by the Simsbury Historical Society, a nonprofit that preserves and promotes the town’s history and manages fiduciary responsibilities for the committee.

Inspired by historical facts, production is recommended for adults as well as middle and high
school students.

Funds raised will be used to support upcoming town events to commemorate our country's historic milestone. Corporate sponsorships are also available.

For more information, please visit the Simsbury 250th Celebration Committee website
at simsburyhistory.org/250 or email Simsbury250@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram (@Simsbury250).
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