2nd Wednesday Theater: 110 Stories

2nd Wednesday Theater: a monthly play-reading of rarely-performed classics, undiscovered gems, old chestnuts, and exciting new works. On September 4, WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company presents a staged reading of Sarah Tuft’s moving play,110 Stories.

From the first crash at the Towers to a last goodbye at Ground Zero, 110 Stories takes us through 9/11 as told by those who were there. Based on interviews, this docu-play weaves together stories not shown on the news, from people we can relate to…a mother, a photojournalist, an ironworker, a chiropractor, and a homeless man who saved lives that day. Their unflinching, freaked-out and occasionally funny accounts take us back to when 9/11 was unimaginable, capturing the shock and horror of the day as well as the resilience of New York City in its aftermath. Remaining apolitical, 110 Storiesmemorializes September 11th by humanizing history to reveal our innate compassion.

“This is an incredibly powerful collection of stories from people who witnessed one of the most terrifying events in recent memory. We are beyond proud to be able to present it, especially combined with the opportunity to support a charity that’s doing important work for those who work to help keep us safe,” said Jess Wilson, Managing and Artistic Director for WatermelonAlligator. “First responders – a blanket term often used to describe police, fire, and EMS – put their lives on the line every day as part of their jobs. Many of the performers are part of first responder families, or are (or have been) first responders themselves. It’s a deeply personal piece for many of us.”

This moving and memorable evening of theater will be performed at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit, for one night only – September 4 at 7:30pm.