Taste Traditions of Wisconsin: Sons of the Prophet with Forward Theater Company

By Stephen Karam

Forward Theater Company will open its 2013-14 season with the Wisconsin premiere of "Sons of the Prophet" by acclaimed playwright Stephen Karam. A dark comedy about one family's ability to withstand a hailstorm of misfortunes, the play's main character is a distant relative of Lebanese-American poet Khalil Gibran, author of "The Prophet." To complement the production, Verse Wisconsin invited Madison-area writers to create original poetry in response to the play's source material and subject matter. Get a taste of Forward Theater Company's opening production and hear the poetry it inspired through readings and short scenes. An autumnal dinner will accompany the performance.

Produced by Forward Theater Company at Wisconsin Historical Museum, 30 N. Carroll Street Madison, WI 53703

Performances: October 24, 2013

Performance Times: Thursday, October 24, 2013 at 6:30pm.

Ticket Prices: Cost to attend is $30. Society members receive a 10-percent discount.

Call 608-264-6555 for reservations or more information.