Mrs President

The daughter of a wealthy, slave-owning Kentucky family, who married against their wishes a rough frontiersman they saw as having limited prospects. But believed her husband would achieve national prominence. Who educated him up into society. Who was his unwavering supporter and political advisor. Who encouraged him to leave local politics for the national stage. And who cajoled him out of his despondency after political disappointments and election losses.

Politics’ first ‘power couple.’ Their relationship was built on their mutual interest in public affairs. And love.

Next performances run 28 Feb through 3 March. See post for details.