Come see me in the Underbelly PLAY, (Durham, NH)
"The Underbelly Play," a new, historical comedy by George Hosker Jr, which shines a light on the dark side of Portsmouth, New Hampshire's past, will be presented in the theater at the Mill Pond Center, Durham, NH, on May 26 and 27 and June 1,2 and 3.
The play is an outgrowth of the "Underbelly Tour" of Portsmouth, created by Hosker and writer/historian Laura Pope. The tour, which has gained national attention on Chronicle and National Public Radio, and has been picked as a "must see" by AAA, explores the seedier side of Portsmouth's history, including the murders, scandals and Red Light district that were influential in the creation of the port city. This tongue-in-cheek production presents real history in a way that will at once educate and might have you falling out of your chair with laughter. History does not have to be boring, and "The Underbelly Play" is where history and theater meet for a belly laugh.
Hear the tale of Ruth Blay, who was hanged because the sheriff was hungry. Discover how piracy played a large part in the life of Gov. John Langdon. Hear the real story behind the Smuttynose murders. Meet the Black Mystery, and discover how she got her name. Find out why Cappy Stewart would fire his cannon into the river every time a ship would come into port.
"The Underbelly Play," which features period costuming, authentic music and more humor than you can shake a stick at, stars Craig Fogg, Kathy Horrigan, George Hosker Jr., Erin Lemire, Marian Marangelli, Dennis Purdie and Norm Smith.
Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 8 p.m., while the Sunday show will have a start time of 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. For reservations, call (603)380-6142. Reservations are strongly suggested. A special gala including food and drink will be presented Saturday, May 27. Tickets for the premiere are $25.
The Mill Pond Center for the Arts, which is located just off Route 108 in Durham, NH, is a nonprofit cultural center.
The play is an outgrowth of the "Underbelly Tour" of Portsmouth, created by Hosker and writer/historian Laura Pope. The tour, which has gained national attention on Chronicle and National Public Radio, and has been picked as a "must see" by AAA, explores the seedier side of Portsmouth's history, including the murders, scandals and Red Light district that were influential in the creation of the port city. This tongue-in-cheek production presents real history in a way that will at once educate and might have you falling out of your chair with laughter. History does not have to be boring, and "The Underbelly Play" is where history and theater meet for a belly laugh.
Hear the tale of Ruth Blay, who was hanged because the sheriff was hungry. Discover how piracy played a large part in the life of Gov. John Langdon. Hear the real story behind the Smuttynose murders. Meet the Black Mystery, and discover how she got her name. Find out why Cappy Stewart would fire his cannon into the river every time a ship would come into port.
"The Underbelly Play," which features period costuming, authentic music and more humor than you can shake a stick at, stars Craig Fogg, Kathy Horrigan, George Hosker Jr., Erin Lemire, Marian Marangelli, Dennis Purdie and Norm Smith.
Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 8 p.m., while the Sunday show will have a start time of 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. For reservations, call (603)380-6142. Reservations are strongly suggested. A special gala including food and drink will be presented Saturday, May 27. Tickets for the premiere are $25.
The Mill Pond Center for the Arts, which is located just off Route 108 in Durham, NH, is a nonprofit cultural center.