House on the Hill at Theatre 40

Zoom reading of a play by Sharon L. Graine. Presented by Theatre 40.In celebration of Womens History Month, Theatre 40 is presenting a Zoom reading of House on the Hill: Mary Ellen Pleasants Story. Ms. Pleasant (1814-1904) was the first African American female millionaire, an abolitionist who worked with the Underground Railroad, a champion who sued for the right to ride the trolley car in San Francisco, and who earned the name of Mother of Civil Rights in California.The cast includes (in alphabetical order) Alison Blanchard, Kevin Dulude, Chester A. Graine III, and Sharon L. Graine. Sylvia Boyd will narrate stage directions.
Ages: 12 to adult.