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The Copper Children

A new American Revolutions play from the writer of Destiny of Desire

Based on the true history of “orphan trains” that transported immigrant children (mostly Irish) to homes in the West, this world-premiere play explores the events that led to the sensational (and now-forgotten) “Trial of the Century” custody case that stirred the nation into a frenzied debate about children, law, race, class and religion. Directed by Shariffa Ali, The Copper Children takes a sharp look at the collision of good intentions and despicable behavior, blending humor, tragedy, joy and unsentimental social commentary.

Extended through July 22 due to popular demand!

Pricing:

$15 for an on-demand ticket, good for 48 hours.
Tickets are available anytime during the show’s run (July 2–July 22). You can view the show anytime within 48 hours after purchasing your ticket.

Development of The Copper Children was supported by grants from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust.

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Cast

Ensemble: Gabriela Fernandez-Coffey*, Armando Durán*, Kate Hurster*, Eddie Lopez*, Sarita Ocón*, Carla Pantoja*, Rex Young*, Caro Zeller*, Christopher Salazar*

* Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
** AEA Professional Theatre Intern

Creative Team

Additional Production Credits

FAIR Assistant Director  FAIR Stage Management Intern  Dance Captain
Ramón Real CJ Ochoco Eddie Lopez

   

* Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
** AEA Professional Theatre Intern

Suitability Suggestions

The Copper Children takes a sharp look at the collision of good intentions and despicable  behavior, blending humor, tragedy, joy and unsentimental social commentary. It is suitable, and educational, for middle-school students and up.

Sponsors

  • LEAD SPONSORS
  • Helen and Peter Bing
  • Yogen and Peggy Dalal
  • PRODUCING SPONSORS
  • Edgerton New Play Award Logo
  • Louise Gund
  • SPONSOR
  • Ed McCurtain and Jane Dryden
  • PARTNERS
  • The Birrell Family
  • Nancy and Donald de Brier
  • Lawrence "Hy" Doyle and LuAnn Wilkerson
  • George and Leslie Hume
  • Julian and Willie Sue Orr