One life that forever changed the
world.
Abraham Lincoln has long been acknowledged by many to be
the greatest president in United States history. Now,
with the creation of a new Lincoln play, all of the
spectacle and wonder of this humble American's life will
be brought to the stage.
Indiana, the childhood home of Lincoln, provides a
splendid setting in which to capture the spirit of this
very special man. The elaborate staging, the glorious
music of a people enslaved, even the very words of
Lincoln will inspire audiences of all ages. Just as
Abraham Lincoln himself has been inspiring us since
1865.
Through spectacular theatrical elements interwoven with
the latest achievements in multi-media, the play will
show that a boy grew to a man, and through determination
of spirit, strong family values, an understanding of
right and wrong, a compassion for people, and an
unwavering belief that the Union must be preserved, this
common American achieved greatness.
Lincoln's boyhood in Indiana and the accomplishments of
his Presidency are seamlessly woven together as
childhood moments parallel Presidential ones. Lessons
taught by young Abraham's family and his community are
revealed and the impact of those lessons well learned is
shown. The Gettysburg address, the Emancipation
Proclamation, meetings with Frederick Douglass, phrases
from the 1 and 2nd Inaugural speeches are interwoven
with the family’s move to Indiana, the deaths of Abe’s
mother and sister, his boyhood friendships and
Lincoln’s first encounter
with slavery.
This production will be an insight into the life
of the man whose legacy continues to forge the future.
