Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival Inc.
Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival
261962915
2006
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Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival Inc.
The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Provincetown, Massachusetts. It is tax-exempt since June 2008, with an Employee Identification Number (EIN) of 26-1962915.
Purpose and Activities
The organization honors the works of renowned playwright Tennessee Williams by presenting his classic and lesser-known plays, as well as works by his peers and new pieces inspired by Williams' creative vision. The festival contributes to Provincetown's cultural richness by celebrating Williams' connection to Cape Cod and his evolving international influence.
History
The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival was founded in 2006 by Dr. Jerry Scally, Alix Ritchie, Patrick Falco, and David Kaplan. Since its inception, the festival has brought together hundreds of artists and thousands of patrons, enriching the town's theater scene.
Programming
The festival's programming is curated by David Kaplan and focuses on showcasing a diverse range of Williams' works and related artistic expressions. Over the years, the festival has featured over a hundred different plays by Williams, ranging from more obscure works like "Adam and Eve on a Ferry" to notable pieces such as "Will Mr. Merriwether Return from Memphis?"
20th Season and Future Plans
In its 20th season, the festival will host a series of performances with a theme titled "Last Call," celebrating endings. This season will include a new production of a classic Williams play, a fresh take on a rarely performed late work, and an adaptation of a Williams text. Following the 2025 festival, the organization plans to transform and continue its mission in new forms, both locally and globally.
Cultural Impact
The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival plays a significant role in promoting the artistic and cultural heritage of Provincetown, highlighting Williams' avant-garde spirit and contributions to the international theatrical community.
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Our 20th Season Last Call The Final Fall Festival September 2528 2025 Locations All Over Provincetown The theme of this years Festival will be Last Call with live performances of plays by Williams that celebrate endings. Its not the last of the Festival but it is the last of the four day celebrations. The Festival will transform after 2025 and the mission of the Festival will continue in new ways championing Tennessee Williams in other forms in Provincetown and around the world. As Festival Curator David Kaplan puts it Weve enjoyed our run productions of over a hundred different plays by Williams from Adam and Eve on a Ferry 2008 to Will Mr.
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