The White River Valley Players present "Ransom," an original play with music inspired by the Civil War letters and diary of Ransom W. Towle of West Rochester, Vermont. Ransom was inspired by a packet of letters written from camp by Lt. Ransom Towle of West Rochester, VT. Through Ransom’s own voice we hear about life on the war front, as he shares the spotlight with the wives, parents, and children who stayed home on hardscrabble farms. Original and traditional music highlight joyful times, fervent patriotism and longing for loved ones. Ransom also tells the tale of Towle’s capture by the Rebels, his escape as they were marching him to Andersonville Prison, and his amazing journey back to Union lines.Directed by Ethan Bowen, written by Dick Robson. With the collaboration of Joe Schenkman, Ethan Bowen, and April Dodd. Original music by Dorothy Robson with historical research by Jake Wildwood.

Town Hall Theater, Middlebury (382-9222)
7:30 Reserved Seating
$17/ $12 Seniors/ $10 Students

Oct 9, 2024, 11 AM to 12 PM

Oct 9, 2024, 1 to 2 PM

Oct 10, 2024, 9:45 to 11 AM