Historic Site Events

The critically acclaimed play Revolution’s Edge returns to the Old North Church this summer! Written especially for Old North by Plays in Place, this gripping historical drama was a smash hit with audiences last year.

Revolution’s Edge takes us to the afternoon of April 18, 1775, hours before the  “two if by sea” signal lanterns would shine from Old North’s steeple. With war on the horizon, Old North’s Loyalist rector, the Rev. Dr. Mather Byles, Jr., is pushed to “resign” his post. As Byles and Cato (an African man enslaved by Byles) prepare to leave the church for the final time, they encounter Capt. John Pulling, Jr., a prominent member of the church congregation, ardent Patriot, and friend of Paul Revere. These three men share a faith but have very different beliefs concerning the right path ahead for themselves, their families, and the colonies. Their conversation explores the intersection of faith and freedom on the edge of the American Revolution.

When: Revolution’s Edge runs June 7 through August 10, Wednesday – Saturday nights. Seating for the play starts at 5:30pm, and the show begins promptly at 6:00pm. The performance is approximately 45 minutes. Ticket holders are welcome to explore Old North Church’s sanctuary and new history exhibit between 5:30 and 6:00pm.

Cost: Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for guests under 18 years old. Admission to Revolution’s Edge also includes general admission to Old North Church any time during our normal operating hours that day.

Audience: The play is recommended for those 12 and older. Due to the nature of seating and the content of the play, we do not recommend that children under 8 attend.