Spoon River Anthology

Spoon River Anthology is a collection of poems (called "epitaphs") written from the points of view of deceased citizens of a fictional small town. The reader soon comes to appreciate that each inhabitant of Spoon River expresses a partial and very personal perception of reality. The speakers, who are all now dead, will never understand that their views of themselves differ greatly from the opinions held by their fellow villagers. Each rereading of epitaphs helps one to see beyond appearances in order to discover the hidden and complex emotional and social realities in this village. Masks are required for this outdoor event. Temperature checks will also be done and and patrons will be socially distanced. There is a concession stand serving beer, wine, soda, burgers, hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream,etc. Tickets: Adults $20, Students under 24 $12.50 (Call 941-365-2494 to purchase student tickets) plus $1.50 per ticket handling fee. NO TICKETS will be printed for this event. Upon making your purchase your name will be on a reservation list. ONLINE SALES TURN OFF 2 1/2 HOURS PRIOR TO PERFORMANCE TIME.