Mary Dyer, whom writer-performer Jeanmarie Simpson calls "the mother of the First Amendment," was the first female martyr in the colonies. As a result of her execution, the United States of America became the shining beacon of religious freedom for disenfranchised people worldwide.Heretic - The Mary Dyer Story is gripping and timely, touching on our history of religious acceptance and freedom of speech. The play was written, developed and has been performed for a decade by Jeanmarie Simpson, who reprises the role of Mary Dyer before live audiences in Snow Camp, and Chapel Hill NC, September 13, 14 & 15, 2019.
Filming the play occurs on the 14th, when the audience will uniquely contribute to the context and become part of the film.
September 13 and 14 2019
Alamance County, North Carolina
Spring Friends Meeting House
3323 E Greensboro Chapel Hill Road
Snow Camp, North Carolina
Friday September 13 and Saturday September 14 evening public performances at 7pm.
Saturday 11am - 5pm private filming before an invited audience. For invitation more information, contact the producer.
Each performance is followed by a discussion. For Mature Audiences. No late seating.
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