Oscar-winning writer Ernest Thompson will perform his new one-man play, “Archie Parish’s Parting Words,” at The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey, on Saturday, Aug. 2, at 7:30 p.m.
Thompson is the author of more than 30 plays, 10 screenplays and two novels. His work includes “On Golden Pond,” “The West Side Waltz,” “A Good Time” and “The Constituent.” He received the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for the 1981 film version of “On Golden Pond,” which he adapted from his own stage play. His honors also include two Golden Globes, Writers Guild and Broadway Drama Guild awards, and nominations for a Tony, an Emmy and a British Academy Award. He also co-founded Rescind Recidivism, a prison writing program.
He wrote and directs “Archie Parish’s Parting Words,” and will portray a range of characters in a performance that reflects on aging, change and personal connection. Movement serves as a recurring metaphor in the piece, which blends humor and introspection.
Tickets are $35, reserved seating, and are available at theparktheatre.org or by calling 603-532-8888.