Nathan Johnson as Cato (foreground), Evan Turissini as Captain John Pulling and Brooks Reeves as Reverend Mather Byles. Photo by Nile Scott Shots.
We’re a little more than halfway through the run of Revolution’s Edge at Boston’s Old North Church, and the show is still running strong. We’ve gotten some delightful press coverage so far:
Here are some links to stories and reviews:
The Associated Press did a preview of the show, with some great photos: AP Story on Revolution’s Edge
WBUR interview some of the team about the show: WBUR interview
WBGH’s Jared Bowen saw the show and loved it and chatted with our co-producer Jazzmin Bonner (it starts around minute 21): WGBH interview and review
Joyce Kulhawik posted a rave review on her Joyce’s Choices site: Joyce Kulhawik review
The Sleepless Critic also enjoyed the show: review from Sleepless Critic
The show runs through September 19, 2023 (performances Tues, Thurs, Saturday, 5pm seating begins, 5:20 curtain)
Tickets available here
Revolution’s Edge is written by Patrick Gabridge and takes place on April 18, 1775–the day before the Battle of Lexington & Concord–and centers on the the interaction between Loyalist Minister Mather Byles Jr., Cato who is enslaved by Byles, and ship’s captain John Pulling, who is a vestryman of the Anglican Christ Church as well as an ardent Patriot. Byles has just resigned his position, and Pulling is about to hang signal lanterns in the steeple that night to alert the rebels. On the brink of war, these three fathers search for information to help navigate the treacherous times unfolding around them.
Alex Smith directed, Christina Beam designed the costumes, and Jess Meyer is our lead producer on this project. Our actors are Brooks Reeves as Byles, Nathan Johnson as Cato, and Evan Turissini as Pulling, with Eric McGowan and Shifty Celestin as understudies.
