With precision, sensitivity, and innovation, Aquila Theatre Company's productions go straight to the heart in classical drama. In a dynamic and hilarious new production of Joseph Heller's own stage adaptation of his classic novel "Catch-22," Aquila explores the absurdity of war and its impact on American society. With superb acting and clever staging, relevant works come to life onstage by the company The New York Times describes as "classically trained and modernly hip."
Dr. Lyssa Dent Hughes, a health care expert, has just been nominated to a Cabinet post when an indiscretion from her past is discovered. The media turns it into a scandal, which endangers her confirmation and divides her family and friends. The production is directed by Virginia Smith who believes the show is "timely since we have a woman running for president. AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER spurs debate about how women are still viewed in political leadership positions in this country."
