Mrs. Packard Presented by The Garret Players
A true story
Sunday, March 09
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Winner of the Kennedy Center Fund for New American Plays Award
Illinois, 1861 ...
Without proof of insanity, Elizabeth Packard is committed by her husband to an asylum
Based on historical events, Emily Mann's play tells of one woman's struggle to right a system gone wrong
"Elizabeth Packard emerges as a vibrant, passionate force of nature" ~ The New York Times
"Emily Mann is one of our most urgently engaging, provocative and significant American playwrights" ~ Joyce Carol Oates
This event is presented by the Garret Players, an outreach initiative by the Friends of the Library. Doors open 30 minutes prior to start, and it is free to attend. Donations are appreciated, and go to the Friends of the Library to support library programs. ti
*Main Library
Our Main Library is located in downtown Lancaster. This location features a large meeting room, as well as a board room and study room. Our children's area has an Early Literacy Center, perfect for preschool-aged children.