In the mid-70s I was asked to be part of an ambitious bicentennial production by the Cambridge, MA Proposition Theatre. The goal was to weave entries from actual ship’s logs and traditional whaling songs into a true-to-life dramatic presentation. I found the music, taught the actors how to sing in an authentic style, serving as Music Director, and provided concertina accompaniment. The Whale Show succeeded to considerable acclaim, and we toured the show in New York and throughout New England.
