TUSCUMBIA-Tickets are going fast for this season’s performances of the “The Miracle Worker” play at Ivy Green, the Home of Helen Keller, in Tuscumbia.
“We’ve had people from California, Michigan, Ohio, Florida and all over calling to order tickets,” said Sue Pilkilton, executive director of Ivy Green. “We have only a limited number of reserved seat tickets left for some performances. Right now, we still have reserved and general admission tickets for every performance, but I expect some nights to begin selling out soon.”
“The Miracle Worker”, William Gibson’s epic drama about Keller’s 
childhood will be performed at Ivy Green on Fridays and Saturdays June 2 through July 8. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for a free tour of the home and grounds. The play starts at 8 p.m. each night. Reserved seating is $15. General admission is $10. Group rate (20 or more) for reserved seats is $13. Advance tickets can be purchased at Ivy Green. To order tickets, or for more details, call 256-383-4066.
This is the 56th season for “The Miracle Worker” at Ivy Green. It has been designated as Alabama’s Official Outdoor Drama. Earlier this year, the Atlanta-based Southeast Tourism Society has named it a Top 20 Event for June.
Darren J. Butler, director of the play, said people from around the world schedule their vacation around seeing a performance of “The Miracle Worker” at Helen Keller’s home.
Keller was born June 27, 1880 in Tuscumbia. When she was 19 months old, Keller was sickened by a severe fever – thought to be scarlet fever or meningitis – causing her to lose her vision and hearing. With the help of her teacher, Anne Sullivan, Keller overcame being deaf and blind to become an author, lecturer, humanitarian and inspiration for people with disabilities worldwide. She was known as America’s First Lady of Courage.
Susann Hamlin, President and CEO of Colbert County Tourism and Convention Bureau, said “The Miracle Worker” at Ivy Green is a must-see event.
“Watching a performance of ‘The Miracle Worker’ on the grounds of the home where Helen Keller was born and grew up should absolutely be on everyone’s “bucket list”, Hamlin said. “Seeing the great break through, where Helen first communicated with Anne Sullivan, recreated within sight of the well pump where the miracle occurred, is an emotional experience that you will never forget.”
For information on lodging and other things to see and do in Tuscumbia and Colbert County, contact the Colbert County Tourism Office at (256) 383-0783 or visit the website at www.VisitTuscumbiaAl.com
