Last night I went to a production of the venerable play, The Quilters. It was staged by the Tidewater Repertory Theater, a new professional troupe. I'd seen it a few times before, about 20 years ago in California, and about
10 years ago locally. Last night's show was excellent, and the high quality measures up to what I remember of the California show.
This show is about women, about the American Frontier, and about Quilts. I enjoyed it on all those levels. It is a musical, and has lively scenes and some amusement, but does include some sorrow and dark scenes. The acting was very good, as was the singing. Musical accompaniment was good. The show was presented in a former dairy barn, and was nicely staged. The quilts on the show were lovely, as were those displayed in the lobby. Paintings of the Ohio Barn Quilts were also displayed, and were for sale. If you have a chance to see this show, by all means do so!