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• The Trilogy                • The Cast                     • The Video

Our local historian Mark C. Bodanza, has unearthed fascinating information concerning the characters who enjoyed refreshment at this historic tavern. He has masterfully bound them together in three short plays listed below.

We also hold Fiddle Frolics, a Fencing School and a Cricket Match! Click side bar.

1800 - 'An Evening in the Kendall Tavern 1800' - concerns the Tavern's first owner, Jonas Kendall (1757-1844) who was elected to the Massachusetts State legislature to  select the presidential electors (who ultimately cast their votes for president). 

1812 - 'The War of 1812' - the tumultuous years of the early republic are recounted by the vexing political discourse of Jonas Kendall and other community leaders who are at the peak of their careers and influence. Three of the participants will ultimately serve their community in the Congress of the United States. While the anti-war federalists dominate much of the local opinion, the Republicans put forth a surprising opposition. 

1841-55 - 'The Coming Crucible' - details the developing abolitionist movement and the local response lead by the Kendall Tavern's second owner General Nathaniel Estabrook. The tavern was a stop on the underground railroad. 
 

The Performances!

'An Evening in the Kendall Tavern 1800' was first performed October 18th 2003. Coincidently set Thursday Oct 23rd 1800, a day when ancient New England welcomed its first snow, the inaugural season likewise welcomed its first snow on Thursday Oct 23rd 2003!

In response to popular demand (and local curiosity) 2004 required two performances, the second of which was filmed for local cable and has been aired ad infinitum!

'The Coming Crucible' was performed Sept 23 and 24th, 2005. 

'The War of 1812' was performed September 2007.

For more details of the play please click here.