The Ford’s Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look
About The Event
In its fourth edition, Ford’s Theatre new plays festival, A First Look will showcase readings of three works currently in development. The free, two-day festival gives audiences a rare opportunity to witness the development of new historical dramas. The festival offers stage readings of the plays and allows for a closer look into the creation of stories and characters, from first draft to a world premiere production on Ford’s Theatre’s historic stage.
A First Look features new works that explore historically significant events and figures that have contributed to the fabric of America and serves as the showcase to Ford’s Theatre Legacy Commissions.
The 2026 festival will showcase the following plays:
- Springs by Jeanne Sakata and directed by Jessica Kubzansky
- Providence Spring by Richard Hellesen and directed by Holly Twyford
- Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest with book and lyrics by Psalmayene 24, music by Kokayi and directed by Reginald L. Douglas.
Details
- Cost: FREE
- Location: Ford’s Theatre, 511 10th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20004
- Metro: Metro Center Station (Red/Blue?Orange/Silver lines)
Visit Ford’s Theatre to learn more about the festival, play information and schedules, and to purchase your tickets.
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