Necessary Sacrifices: New Play Explores Encounters Between Lincoln, Frederick Douglass
Ford's Theatre (511 Tenth Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20004)
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The last date listed for Necessary Sacrifices was Friday February 17, 2012 / 7:30pm.
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41 Goldstar Member Reviews
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The stark stage with just a desk and a few chairs made the play even more focused and poignant. Phenomenal production with Broadway-caliber actors! Well done, Ford's Theater, well done.Written on Apr 02 2012
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Great acting, great script, and SO educational.....I learned so much that I didn't know before...and, of course, with the backdrop at the Fords Theater it makes the whole experience extra specialWritten on Feb 20 2012
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DeborahO
Great dialogue between Lincoln and Douglass. Caused a number of reflective moments including the more things change the more they stay the same.Written on Feb 16 2012
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Standing Ovation...a first class performance filled with the heart wrenching decisions made by men who had families and consciences. Lincoln and Douglass' humanity, frailty, strength and humor were palpable. Kudos to performers for bringing them to life!Written on Feb 07 2012
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More Information About Necessary Sacrifices
Website
http://www.fords.org/event/necessary-sacrifices
Quotes & Highlights
- “Hellesen has seeded [the play] with colorful Civil War details and anchored it to a lively, often humorous portrait of the president. Fleshing out the portrait is David Selby, an actor who is an old pro at this particular game, having depicted Honest Abe in Ford’s The Heavens Are Hung In Black. The plays conflicts turn not so much on personalities as on big ideas: What does leadership entail? Do suffering and sacrifices have pay-offs, in religious terms or otherwise? And what kind of country is American meant to be? Obviously, many of these issues resonate – and aggravate – in our own political landscape.” --Washington Post
- “Selby’s manner and disposition are engaging and nearly irresistible. It’s a masterful performance that must be seen to be believed. In perfect counterpoint is Wallace as Douglass, who ferocious countenance and booming voice could shake the mess out of misery.” --DC Theatre Scene
- "A breath-taking step back in history. Craig Wallace as Frederick Douglass provides a powerful performance. He is fiery and fierce ... his performance is nothing short of thrilling. Selby creates Lincoln as a real man. The humanity of Lincoln exudes from every inch of Selby’s body. Necessary Sacrifices is an exceptional masterpiece of historical reality. Any historian would be amazed, and those who wish to see history at its liveliest should attend.” --Maryland Theatre Scene (5/5 stars)
Description
Hellesen’s previous works for Ford’s Theatre include One Destiny, Investigation: Detective McDevitt and The Road from Appomattox, three gripping and insightful explorations of critical moments in Civil War history. The world premiere of this work will coincide with the opening of the Center for Education and Leadership, which will include new galleries exploring the immediate aftermath of Lincoln’s assassination and the evolution of his legacy.
“Lincoln and Douglass: two self-made men from humble beginnings who influenced a nation. Both envisioned a world of freedom and equality, but they did not always see eye to eye on how to achieve that vision. This play explores Lincoln and his legacy from Douglass’s point of view.” –Paul R. Tetreault, director, Ford’s Theatre
This play is recommended for ages 13 and up.