Give 'Em Hell Harry, by Samuel Gallu
Gary E. Mitchell stars in this one-man show about the life of our 33rd President, Harry S. Truman. Written and premiered in 1975, just after the Nixon scandal and resignation, this play about the indomitably progressive Truman is surprisingly relevant again in our current political climate. The play offers a refreshing view of a man who thought of public service as an honorable undertaking and a noble calling. Directed by Mary Beth Quillin. Contains strong language.
Grand Rapids, MI audiences say:
"Congrats to Gary E. Mitchell (and director Mary Beth Quillin on an outstanding production. Gary carries this two-act show completely by himself...and I TOTALLY believed in his portrayal of Harry Truman. Gave me new-found respect for our 33rd President, whose attitude toward the presidency and wise words of wisdom are desperately needed again." G.M. Bud Thompson, playwright, director, and actor.
"It is an excellent show and Gary is terrific as Truman. Well staged, well directed, well acted. Funny, provocative and at times prophetic, if you are looking for a sure thing in high quality theatre, go see Give 'Em Hell, Harry!" Rosanne Steffens, director, educator, stage manager, and actor.
"...an incredible performance...one of the best I have ever seen." Jon March, actor
Grand Rapids, MI audiences say:
"Congrats to Gary E. Mitchell (and director Mary Beth Quillin on an outstanding production. Gary carries this two-act show completely by himself...and I TOTALLY believed in his portrayal of Harry Truman. Gave me new-found respect for our 33rd President, whose attitude toward the presidency and wise words of wisdom are desperately needed again." G.M. Bud Thompson, playwright, director, and actor.
"It is an excellent show and Gary is terrific as Truman. Well staged, well directed, well acted. Funny, provocative and at times prophetic, if you are looking for a sure thing in high quality theatre, go see Give 'Em Hell, Harry!" Rosanne Steffens, director, educator, stage manager, and actor.
"...an incredible performance...one of the best I have ever seen." Jon March, actor
Photos from our Lake Effect Fringe Festival Production in Grand Rapids, MI at the Dog Story Theater, Feb. 2019. Photographer: Seraphina Anne Zorn
PRICE LIST
Kent County, MI $500
West MI Region $550
Elsewhere in MI $600
Outside MI PLEASE CALL US
For profit groups please add $100 to cover royalty fee. Prices may vary based on mileage, overnight accommodation, and possibility of multiple performances in the same venue. You may apply for a MI Arts & Humanities Touring Directory grant to cover up to 60% of the costs of bringing this show to your MI non-profit organization. Look for our listing in the directory here:
https://touring.michiganhumanities.org/project/gem-theatrics-presents-my-dearest-friend/
Prices as listed above apply to this show. Directory prices are for My Dearest Friend, which has been adjudicated by the MI Arts & Humanities Touring Directory, but you may apply for a grant for any of our touring shows.
The application window for performances scheduled March 1 - May 31, 2022 opened on February 1, 2022.
The application window for performances scheduled June 1 - August 15, 2022 opens on
May 1, 2022.
Give 'Em Hell, Harry! is produced with permission of the estate of Samuel Gallu.
Kent County, MI $500
West MI Region $550
Elsewhere in MI $600
Outside MI PLEASE CALL US
For profit groups please add $100 to cover royalty fee. Prices may vary based on mileage, overnight accommodation, and possibility of multiple performances in the same venue. You may apply for a MI Arts & Humanities Touring Directory grant to cover up to 60% of the costs of bringing this show to your MI non-profit organization. Look for our listing in the directory here:
https://touring.michiganhumanities.org/project/gem-theatrics-presents-my-dearest-friend/
Prices as listed above apply to this show. Directory prices are for My Dearest Friend, which has been adjudicated by the MI Arts & Humanities Touring Directory, but you may apply for a grant for any of our touring shows.
The application window for performances scheduled March 1 - May 31, 2022 opened on February 1, 2022.
The application window for performances scheduled June 1 - August 15, 2022 opens on
May 1, 2022.
Give 'Em Hell, Harry! is produced with permission of the estate of Samuel Gallu.
