Gee's Bend

February 15-March 3, 2013
Performance to be held at Flint Youth Theatre

Tickets: $12-$18
Ages 12 and up

An FYT Signature Series Production...
By Elyzabeth Gregory Wilder
Directed by Rodney Creech

From the Great Depression to the Civil Rights Movement to modern day, follow the lives of the Pettway women as they endure seven decades of love and loss, discrimination and redemption.

This uplifting tale of rural survival is based on the true story of the now-famous quilters of Gee’s Bend, Alabama,… Show more known the world over for their distinctive, bold, and sophisticated quilting style.

FROM PAGE TO STAGE
Have you ever wondered how a theatrical production goes from printed words in a script to a living, breathing three-dimensional work of art? On this special evening, members of FYT’s creative team will give you a glimpse into the process used to bring FYT’s unique productions to life. The evening includes the presentation, dinner on the FYT stage catered by Fandangles’ and a performance of Gee’s Bend.

Sat, Feb 23
For reservations, please call 810.238.2030 by Fri, Feb 15.
Tickets are $50. Advanced tickets only.
Proceeds from this event will benefit FYT.

Sponsored by Ann D. Elgood and Susan D. Wood

Part of the Emancipation Project which also includes The Heavens are Hung in Black, Gem of the Ocean and The Whipping Man. A package for all four productions may be purchased for $45 by calling 810.237.1530.

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