The Man She Was

Old Town Playhouse Young Company presents a Grecian theatrical telling of the story of Michigan Civil War hero Emma Edmonds. In this gender-bending play based on her book "Memoirs of a Soldier, Nurse, and Spy: A Woman’s Adventures in the Union Army", Edmonds enlists as Frank Thompson and serves as a male nurse, then a spy and finally a soldier. The cast of students embodies a variety of characters using masks, a common ancient Greek theater tool, to enhance the story and explore the masks we present to the world every day.

Directed by Aaron Wineman.

NOTE: This performance is held at the Grand Traverse Event Center/Comedy Club, 738 S. Garfield Ave, Traverse City. Get Directions

Ticket prices: $21 for Adults, $12 for Youth under 18 (all fees included). Please read our Plan Your Visit page before purchasing tickets.

Performer Families: You must CALL THE BOX OFFICE for your complimentary tickets. You cannot get these tickets online, and we cannot issue refunds.

Please call the Box Office for discounted pricing: Groups of 8 or more, Two-on-the-Town card holders, or if you wish to attend with a Service Dog.

If sold out, we have a Waiting List.

No refunds; exchanges often possible for a fee.