The Bride of Fort Edward: Founded on an Incident of the Revolution

At Fort Edward, on the Hudson near Lake George, a quiet afternoon suddenly seems to echo with the distant drums of the Revolutionary War. The story is told through a series of dialogues, letting soldiers, officers, a missionary, a British lady, a grieving widow and her daughters, and even indigenous allies speak their hopes and fears directly to the listener. This intimate, stage‑like format places you in the midst of a pivotal day, where personal loyalties begin to clash with the larger conflict.

Amid this uneasy calm, an American officer finds himself drawn to the widow’s resilient spirit, hinting at a tender connection that could be tested by the coming turmoil. The dialogue reveals how love, duty, and the fear of sacrifice intertwine, reflecting a larger truth about individuals caught in the sweep of history. Listeners are invited to feel the tension between personal desire and the demands of war, as each character grapples with choices that may define their futures. The opening act promises a richly textured portrait of courage, longing, and the fragile hope that persists even in the darkest hours.