Men on Boats

An adventurous reimagining to challenge the traditional historical narrative

Men on Boats Title Block

Design by Chris Holden

A play by Jaclyn Backhaus

Directed by Adara Alston

Hoerner Theatre

Jaclyn Backhaus’ “off-the-canyon-walls funny” (Variety) play Men on Boats is an adventurous reimagining of John Wesley Powell’s 1869 Expedition that charted the Green and Colorado Rivers through the Grand Canyon. Men on Boats challenges traditional historical narrative while humorously exploring pertinent modern themes.

Performance Dates & Times
  • Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 8:00pm (Preview)
  • Friday, May 2, 2025 at 8:00pm (Opening Night)
  • Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm & 8:00pm
  • Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm & 8:00pm

Please note: This production does not contain assigned seating and will be occupied on a first-come, first-serve basis. We recommend ticket holders arrived at least 30-minutes prior to curtain for best seats in the venue.

*Prior to Wednesday, December 4, 2024, there were "Men on Boats" performances scheduled for Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 8:00pm and Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 8:00pm. Due to production needs, the performance schedule has shifted. Our Box Office will be reaching out to patrons to select a new performance date. 

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MEN ON BOATS is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.