A discussion of Edna Ferber's novel, the movies, and the current Goodspeed production of Showboat.
Guest Speakers: F. Wade Russo, Assistant Music Director of Showboat (Jerome Kern, Oscar Hammerstein II) at the Goodspeed Opera House, has made a study of the times and the history of Showboat’s creation. Joshua Ritter is the Education and Library Director of the Goodspeed. He has has been with the company in a variety of positions since 2003.
The event will be under the trees of the library rear garden. Wine, drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be available prior to the talk. A $5 donation per person is suggested. Fridays at 5:30 will host a September author presentation. Check with the Library for the date.