Based on the real diary of Union soldier John Ransom, Andersonville brings to life the brutal conditions inside the infamous Civil War prison camp, and the friendships that kept its prisoners alive in spirit even as their bodies suffered. Through John’s relationships with fellow captives, the play finds unexpected moments of hope, humor, and human connection inside one of the darkest chapters of American history.
Who’s In It
- John Ransom, the diarist and central voice
- Billy Anderson, John’s closest friend among the prisoners
- Tom Stevens, the steady presence of the group
- George W. Hendryx, a source of quiet resolve
- William B. Rowe, an introspective, calming voice
- Bullock, known for sharing what little he had
- Captain Henri Wirz, the camp’s commandant
- Battese, a Native American fellow prisoner
- Dave Buck and Jocko, fellow escapees
Historical Drama, Full-Length, Cast of 10.
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