Classic American Tales presents solo shows about Lincoln’s assassination and Adam, “the first man,” plus a workshop and lecture

(CAPE MAY, NJ) — From July 24 through August 5, 2025, the nonprofit Classic American Tales (CAT) presents four different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.

On Thursday, July 24 at 4:00pm, at the historic Dormer House, CAT is thrilled to present Inside the Box, from Her Perspective, written by Lori Strelecki and performed by Patricia Durante, which brings to life three women who were at Ford’s Theater on the night Lincoln was killed.  Laura Keene, who produced, directed and performed in the production on April 14,1865 of Our American Cousin, sets the scene.  Mary Todd Lincoln, then shares her perspective on the death of her husband. Clara Harris, a guest in the theater…