Did the strong-willed, intelligent Lizzie Borden dispatch her father and stepmother with an axe one fateful August morning, or was she the innocent victim of circumstance? The Fly Community Theatre's production of "Lizzie Borden of Fall River" by Tim Kelly explores a true crime story that everyone thinks they know well. But as each scene unfolds, it becomes clear that many people had motive to want to see the Bordens dead. Jeanne Edwards directs this suspenseful play opening on Friday, October 4, 2024.
Talented local area actors, aged 19 to 84, have come together to bring this show to life. Emily Winnette leads the production as the titular Lizzie Borden. An intriguing cast of characters rounds out the story that will make audiences question everything they thought they knew. Included in the cast are Andrea Nix and her father Joe Nix, who is making his theatrical acting debut at the age of 84.
"This show does a really nice job of putting forth questions to the audience regarding Lizzie's guilt or innocence," said Fly Community Theatre veteran Jennifer Dawn Smith, who portrays Aunt Vinnie in this play. "It is quite possibly the most well-know true crime story in America. We all think we know the story... But do we?"
Why was the evidence that would help prove Lizzie innocent withheld? Why do so many rush to her defense, while so many others want her punished? Who is lying and who is telling the truth? There's only one way to find out... Get your tickets to see this play for yourself at FlyArtsCenter.com. This suspenseful thriller will have you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
CAST
Lizzie Borden - Emily Winnette Emma Borden - Mary Margaret Edwards
Andrew Borden - David Butner
Abby Borden - Linda Wyant
Aunt Vinnie - Jennifer Dawn Smith
Mrs. Churchill - Andrea Nix
Reverend Jubb - Cory Flippo
Bridget Sullivan - Ashley Bell
Mr. Jenning - Joe Nix
Amy Robsart - Laura Pierce
Alice Russell - Robin Underwood
Patrolman Harrington - Nathan Fouyer
Sousa and Marshal - Daniel Shearon
Carlotta - Jesse Northcutt
