2011 Events

Blithe Spirit
by Noel Coward, directed by Anton Dudley

June 29 thru July 17
Wednesdays - Saturdays at 8
Sunday matinees at 5
Saturday matinee July 9 at 2

"You'd be surprised how gullible people are - we often laugh about it on the other side."

An electrifying interpretation of the 20th century master's classic comedy of the paranormal.

This production is made possible in part with contributions from the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O'Connor Foundation of Hobart, NY, Erna McReynolds and Tom Morgan, and Nellie and Robert Gipson.

Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. New York City

The Trojan Women

by Seneca
translated by David Slavitt
adapted and directed by Mollye Maxner

August 17 thru September 4
Wednesdays - Saturdays at 8
Sunday matinees at 5
Saturday matinee August 20 at 2

"There ought to be limits to wickedness."

This fiery tragedy by the rarely performed Roman playwright explores the epic and relevant tale of a world split apart by cycles of vengeance. Told at FSC with original music, enthralling puppetry, and in a riveting translation by poet-novelist David Slavitt.

This production is made possible in part with contributions from the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O'Connor Foundation of Hobart, NY, Joann Rasmussen, and Nellie and Robert Gipson.

Fokish Farms Suppers

Before all 8pm performances of Blithe Spirit and The Trojan Women from 6 to 7:30 the popular Franklin Farmers' Market Vendor will offer a light sit-down supper on the lawn at Chapel Hall. All organic ingredients and fresh local produce go into delicious soups, salads, and breads. The cost is $10 per person. This is not a service of FSC. To reserve, call Fokish Farm at 607-829-2721 or email to fokish@citlink.net

Franklin Farmers' Market

FSC continues to host the Franklin Farmers' Market every Sunday 10-2 from Memorial Day weekend thru Columbus Day weekend

Little Delaware Youth Ensemble

Sunday June 5 at 3
A Chamber Orchestra of young string players from Delaware, Otsego, Chenango, Madison and Broome Counties, under the musical direction of Julie Signitzer, perform pieces by Mozart, Handel, Tchaikovsky and Django Reinhardt.

As You Like It by William Shakespeare
performed by Green Theatre Collective

Saturday July 23 & Sunday July 24, at 4

The inaugural production for this eco theatre company, which seeks to produce sustainable theatre in outdoor environments, will last an hour and a half and will be performed on the lawn at Chapel Hall.
Come early and bring a picnic. Rain location: Chapel Hall

Tales from the Empire
written and performed by Tom Morgan
directed by Arnie Drogen

Saturday July 30 at 8 & Sunday July 31 at 2

The third installment in Morgan's trilogy of powerful and poignant personal stories from his family's years at Gilbertsville's Empire Hotel
Saturday July 30 at 8 & Sunday July 31 at 2
Two benefit performances for FSC

The Old Boat Goddess: Songs of the Ainu
Mettawee River Theatre Company

Friday August 5 at 8

For many centuries, the Ainu people have lived in the northern islands of Japan. Their epic tales reflect a deep respect for nature and belief that there are spirits in all things. A range of masks, puppets and giant figures will populate these adventurous tales of interactions between humans, gods and the natural world.

A magical evening for all the family
Performed under lights on the Franklin Central School Playing Field
Rain Location: Chapel Hall (reservations accepted in case of rain)
Come early and bring a picnic, blankets or lawn chairs.

Sundays at 1pm: For all the Family

A Grimm Day on August 7
A Grimm Day Too! on August 21
curated and directed by Karen Butler

Two Sundays of rehearsed readings of classic children’s tales by actors of all ages for audiences of all ages.

Grasshopper on the Road on August 28
Karen Butler will perform her own "one-insect" dramatic adaptation of these exhilarating tales by beloved author Arnold Lobel

SPECIAL EVENTS IN SEPTEMBER

Sunday Sept. 4th. 15th Anniversary Celebration and Benefit
The final performance of The Trojan Women at 5pm is a benefit for FSC followed at 7pm by a celebration on the lawn at Chapel Hall with a silent auction, delicious food and friends. As always seating is limited so make your reservations now and be a part of Franklin Stage Company's continued success! Support FSC - reserve your places now with $50 per person for performance and celebration or $25 per person for celebration only.

Saturday Sept 24 at 8pm: Pooh Kaye curates a multi-disciplinary performance event including dance, drums, video and words

Sundays at 5pm: rehearsed readings
The Potting Shed by Graham Greene
directed by Drew Perrin
This gripping psychological drama revolves around a family secret held by the Callifer family for nearly thirty years.
Sunday Sept 25 at 5pm