April 28, 2016 by

The Amish Project

by Jessica Dickey
directed by Melanie Keller
performed by Lydia Berger Gray
April 11 & 12 @ 8:00 PM

First Folio is proud to present a special two-night performance of one of the most moving projects we’ve ever produced. The Amish Project is a fictional exploration of the 2006 Nickel Mines schoolhouse shooting in an Amish community, and the path of forgiveness and compassion forged in its wake. This one-woman play, featuring artistic associate Lydia Berger Gray, explores the wake of this tragedy through the eyes of 7 different characters, ranging from one of the victims to the wife of the gunman. This timely and thought-provoking work is something not to be missed.

“Extraordinary… compelling.” —New York Times

Over two-and-a-half decades we have mounted over 80 productions, produced 14 world premieres, and 6 commissions. We have had more shows directed by women in the past 25 years than almost any other Equity theater in the Chicago area. We also led the way in opportunities for women designers, resulting in multiple Jeff Nominations and Awards for the many women who have worked here. Thank you all for your steadfast support through all these years. We will miss you!