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In this relatively true story, we follow the 18th-century tale of Mary Read, a woman dressed as a boy since childhood. The day she is captured by pirates, she meets Anne Bonny. The two share a unique, piratey love story until their end. In Pirate Queens, three players perform the entire play on a three-foot-by-three foot old, wooden crate. Using only their bodies in this small space, they mime all of the props, set pieces and effects and each play many characters. Pirate Queens was presented at Cannonballs Miniball Festival in March 2024 as a part of the Cannonball Crash series. In the days leading up to that event, Brooke Shilling was announced as a semi-finalist for the Terrence McNally Award for Philadelphia playwrights after sharing this play with the awarding committee. This is the first fully produced presentation of Pirate Queens.
With over 100 offerings from rebellious circus, delicious dance, fearless theater and activist art to workshops, parties, and more Cannonball pushes the boundaries of live performance at four different venues this Fringe. Come as you are and stay past bedtime. Blaze your own trail at cannonballfestival.org.
September 4, 2024 8.00pm
20 N American St
General Admission: $25
PWYC Options
September 12, 2024 5.00pm
20 N American St
General Admission: $25
PWYC Options
September 14, 2024 3.30pm
20 N American St
General Admission: $25
PWYC Options
About the Artist
Brooke Shilling
Born and raised in New York City, Brooke Shilling is a good 'ol misfit who leans into the unexpected, empowers the unpredictable, and climbs mountains between the routine and poetry. Past Philadelphia FringeArts Festival shows include Threnody and Sinky The Pirate.
Elena Nahrmann
Elena Nahrmann is a Philadelphia-based multi-disciplinary theatre artist and full-time silly girl originally from the Boston area. With a background in physical theater, puppetry and dance her work invites audiences to explore the depths of their imaginations, blending playful artistry with vivid truths.
Connor Hogan
Connor Hogan is a performer, creator and educator who uses play to bring together folks from all backgrounds. Their most recent works include Gilligan Gigs Again, Dinner! Connor and Franny Write a Cookbook, I Have to Pay My Rent!, and The Usual.
Accessibility & Content Considerations
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This event is appropriate for ages 18+
Adult Language
Audience Interaction
Covid-19 Safety policy
Masks are required during this event
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