Hemingway On Stage Series: The Death Factory July 21, 2009

Hemingway’s Birthday Celebrated with One-Man Play, Exhibit and Gala. The Key West Art and Historical Society will celebrate author Ernest Hemingway’s 110th birthday July 21 with a birthday cake and reception at the historic Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House, 281 Front St.

The birthday party will follow a one-man theatrical debut showcasing Hemingway’s World War II years, written and performed by Canadian playwright and actor Brian Gordon Sinclair.

Brian Gordon Sinclair is considered the foremost dramatic interpreter of Hemingway in the world today. According to Sinclair, the title “The Death Factory” refers to the entirety of World War II and its prelude, and specifically to the battle of Hurtgen Forest where thousands of lives where sacrificed.

Directly after the play’s debut, Sinclair is to present Canada’s Hemingway On Stage Award.
Sinclair also plans to present second performance at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23 — a memorial matinee in honor of the late Jean Klausing, who was a great friend and guiding spirit of Hemingway Days.

All proceeds go to the Key West Art and Historical Society for the maintenance of its Hemingway collection.

Official Website: http://www.kwahs.com/press/hemingwaydays.html