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What began as an idea inspired by real Civil War love letters in 2023 has become quite a journey! Following its sold-out premiere in June 2025, A Goodnight Kiss was invited to perform at the Connecticut State House in April 2026, becoming the first drama ever staged there. The production then enjoyed two special-invitation performances at Five Points Arts Center.

The script has also been archived by the Library of Congress, and most recently, the production received an Award of Merit from the Connecticut League of Museums for transforming historical archives into a living story.

I’ll be directing True Traitor: The Story of Benedict Arnold, a new musical about Benedict Arnold and his equally ambitious wife, Peggy Shippen. Stay tuned for more details!

Following a presentation at the Connecticut State Capitol, A Goodnight Kiss: Goshen’s Civil War Love Story will return for encore performances this June at Five Points Arts Center.

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A Bit About Me

I’ve been fortunate to play a stern judge one day, a loopy cult leader the next day and a narcissistic mom who’s a bigot the next.  It’s a magical time to be an actor, helping create new lenses for old stories and giving voice to new stories that need to be heard.

I draw on rich experiences, ranging from puppeteering to corporate America, university teaching and small business coaching. (I am an HR manager’s nightmare…and I say that proudly.)

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Kathleen Alicia Kelly