Mary Todd Lincoln (Pamela Voehl) has transitioned from
just appearing with her husband Abraham at certain selected
events, to being an in-character presenter. Mary not only
makes grand entrances and exits with Mr. Lincoln, sits in the
front row of the audience during his Lincoln presentations,
rides in horse drawn carriages, loves to dance as the First
Couple, and interacts in character at special event activities;
but now presents! She acts as a compliment to the overall
presentation of President Abraham Lincoln.
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The Voehls now offer a one-act play “Lincoln’s
Happiest Day” of Abraham and Mary’s last full conversation on
the afternoon of April 14, 1865. . . just before leaving
the White House for Ford's Theatre. They discuss
their plans for the future –
retirement from politics, travel in
Europe,
enjoying life with their two surviving sons. They recall the
drama and heartbreak of the Civil War as it drew to a close, and
how the country might be reunited. Tragically, their plans were
cut short later that night at Ford’s Theater, where Abraham
Lincoln was assassinated by crazed actor John Wilkes Booth.
The 30-minute play showcases the wide and
sudden swings of Mary Lincoln’s temperament. |
