Name: A Revolutionary Encounter in London (Play + Musical Performance)
Start: 2025-02-09T14:30:00-08:00
End: 2025-02-09T16:30:00-08:00
Location: Old South Church in Boston

A Revolutionary Encounter in London (Play + Musical Performance)

Witness a fascinating conversation between historical figures Benjamin Franklin and Phillis Wheatley, with music by Castle of Our Skins.
About this Event

Old South's (G)RACE Speaks Committee is teaming up with local playwright Debra Wiess to present as a staged reading, "A Revolutionary Encounter in London", her 70-minute one-act play about the little-known meeting in London summer 1773 of two of Boston's Colonial icons: enslaved African Poetess Phillis Wheatley and American Founding Father Benjamin Franklin.

Witness these two important figures in Old South's history converse in their spiritual home, 252 years after their famous encounter. There will also be a special musical performance by Castle of Our Skins and refreshments to enjoy. You don't want to miss it!