Summer Play: Talley's Folly
Written by American playwright Lanford Wilson
Directed by Nathan Kessler-Jeffrey
July 2nd - August 2nd, 2026
Talley's Folly is a romantic comedy that unfolds in a Victorian boathouse on the Talley farm in Missouri during the Fourth of July. The play follows the courtship of Matt Friedman, a Jewish accountant, and Sally Talley, a young woman from a conservative Protestant family. Despite facing societal pressures and personal scars, they find love and acceptance in each other's company. The play is known for its candid storytelling and the way it navigates themes of love, societal pressure, and self-acceptance.
Content warning: This performance contains discussion of racism, racist language, and adult themes. For a more detailed description of this content, click HERE.
