No Coward’s Epitaph Reprise
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POLSON — The Port Polson Players are reviving their popular musical, No Coward’s Epitaph. A cast of fourteen Mission Valley performers presents the story of Thomas Francis Meagher, Montana’s first acting territorial governor, for four days, Nov. 10, 11,12, and 13 at Polson’s beautiful Theatre on the Lake. Curtain time for this final encore production is 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.
Following an enthusiastic world premier last fall, the Players remounted No Coward’s Epitaph in May; the second sold-out weekend was cancelled due to Covid. But, says Players Artistic Director Karen Lewing, “We’re as determined as Thomas Francis Meagher to bring this story to life once more in Polson before taking it on the road to several Montana communities that have requested it.”
“So few Montanans know about the guy on the horse in front of the State Capitol,” says Players Managing Director Neal Lewing, the show’s author. “We’re out to change that. This is the first time Meagher’s story has been told on the musical theatre stage.” The show, including its title, is scripted with many of Meagher’s own eloquent words.
“There is no charge for this final encore performance, but a freewill offering is requested for all who attend,” says Karen. “Must-have reservations need to be made so we don’t overbook. Call 406-883-9212 or go online at portpolsonplayers.com.”
Neal added, “We’re anticipating a huge turnout and are thrilled by the support the show has been given by audiences and our talented cast. We’re equally proud the Mission Valley is first to provide this World, U.S. and Montana history using live musical theatre as its vehicle!”
