LeGrand Curtis was an early Rhinebeck coffin and furniture maker.
Arthur Cozine was a silent film director and actor whose father opened the outdoor Airdrome Theater in Rhinebeck. He was a veteran of both World Wars.
Benjamin and Becky Low were farmers who lived on Wall Street. Prior to the Burning of Kingston they took in a British spy.
Sojourner Truth was an American abolitionist of New York Dutch heritage and a women's rights activist. Truth was born into slavery in Swartekill, New York, but escaped with her infant daughter to freedom in 1826.
Living History Tours & Programs
"This is an incredible experience! Watch as history comes to life through the amazing and talented cast of Theatre on the Road. Wonderful entertainment for the whole family. Thank you Frank Marquette, Murder Cafe and Theatre on the Road for all the great shows! I love them all." - Cheryl DeForest, Kingston, NY
Governor George Clinton was an American soldier and statesman, and New York's first governor. Clinton warned the colonists about the Burning of Kingston by the British and he served as the fourth vice president of the United States.
Alice Astor was an American socialite and patron of the arts based in Rhinebeck.
"What a fun event! I was sad when it was over. I wanted to hear more stories of the people who once walked the same Kingston streets that we do! GO SEE THIS ! It is definitely family friendly. It's not a "spooky" tour. It's historical."
-MARY TARCZA, Kingston, NY
Our histories are no longer buried. The spirits have voices and we are giving you an opportunity to listen to them. Meet a few characters from the Hudson Valley's rich past. You'll be glad you did.
By request, Theatre on the Road presents living history programs and presentations at schools, historic sites, libraries, resorts, senior and community centers. In recent years our clients have included the Smithsonian Institute, the Beekman Arms, the Historical Society of Woodstock, the Old Dutch Church in Kingston, the Hurley Library, the Albert Wisner Public Library in Warwick, West Point Military Academy, Columbia Greene Community College, Lincoln Depot Museum in Peekskill, the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon and Mohonk Mountain House.
If you are interested in learning more about how we can bring history to life at your location contact us today.
845-475-7973