Spoon River Anthology: Living History

Presented in partnership with the Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau, Paddy and Jon Lynn present a one-hour performance of Edgar Lee Masters’ classic portrait of life and death in early Illinois. With traditional music by folk singer Patti Ecker, this fresh interpretation reveals the joys, sorrows, and secrets of Spoon River’s unforgettable characters in story and song. This program is recommended for ages 14 and up.