Revolutionary Teatown! (for adults)

Help Teatown write its next chapter! Join us for this special fundraiser in support of our campus renovation, filled with stories and songs that bring Westchester’s struggle for independence to life. Celebrate America 250 with Hudson Valley Master Storyteller Jonathan Kruk and Historical Balladeer Linda Russell, as they lead us on a musical journey starting with Teatown’s Revolutionary origins through to today. Warm up your vocal cords for some sing-along pub songs, accompanied by hammer dulcimer and guitar!  

 Jonathan Kruk is the Hudson Valley’s master storyteller.  Known for solo shows of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and A Christmas Carol, he engages all with dramatic interactive performances at schools, libraries, historic sites, and nature reserves.  He created eight recordings and authored four books.  Jonathan’s been featured on CBS Sunday Morning, The Today Show, and Travel Channel.  He’s been awarded citizenship medals by the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution. 

 Linda Russell is a historic balladeer. She performed for the National Park Service at Federal Hall National Memorial in New York City for 16 years.  Now, with many recordings to her credit, her performances are in demand at schools, historic sites and community events throughout the country. With featured performances that include A Prairie Home Companion, Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, Symphony Space and the National Archives, Linda is a recognized expert in historical interpretation. Linda’s repertoire spans 200 years of popular music. Her multi-cultural perspective includes songs and narratives of women, pioneers, immigrants, and soldiers. 

Learn more about the transformative project taking place at Teatown at future.teatown.org. 

Ticket price includes refreshments, and beer and wine.