Historic Performance Events

04/14/2026

We were so excited to see our very own character, Mr. John "Quash" Williams on a billboard in SC!

03/17/2026

Hey friends, check this out!

03/15/2026

The Actor, Anthony McCutchen, who is a teacher in Charleston is a teacher in character as well, as John “Quash” Williams!

Revolutionary Days return to Allendale County THIS Monday! 🇺🇸✨

From March 16–22, the traveling exhibit from the South Carolina State Museum, Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina, will be on display in the Atrium at USC Salkehatchie.

Step into the stories of resilience, resistance, and culture that shaped 18th-century South Carolina and the Revolutionary era.

Throughout the week, experience:
⚔️ Live reenactments
🎤 Dynamic speakers & storytellers
📚 Educational programs for all ages

🕘 Stop by from 9am-5pm daily to be part of this special week of history.

02/01/2026

Collaboration between Historic Performance Events, The Charleston Library Society and the Actors' Theater of South Carolina, brings history between the Marquis de Chastellux and Benjamin Franklin alive through the work of historian, Iris de Rode. Ben Franklin portrayed by Clarence Felder and the Marquis de Chastellux portrayed by Henry Cabaniss.

01/30/2026

The Charleston Library Society and Historic Performance Events collaborated for a stunning evening's Gala with Iris de Rode!

01/30/2026

What a joy to be present at the most beautiful intersection of history, culture, and education! The Charleston Library Society invited Historian, Iris De Rode to share about discovering the volume of letters between the Marquis Chastellux, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and General George Washington. Historic Performance Events, contributed these historic gentleman as part of the evenings unique flavor. Thank you, Clarence Felder, Chris Weatherhed and Henry Cabaniss for your excellence and talent!

12/21/2025

The passion and commitment this team brings to interpretation and preservation is remarkable!!! Here’s to another great year!!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our staff to you! We had another wonderful, successful year! Thank you to everyone who came out for a program, festival, school field trip, summer camp, wedding, canoe rental or just to get your steps in. We hope you have a safe holiday season and can’t wait to show you what we have in store for 2026!

12/21/2025

Check this out!!

🚗Hitting the road for the holidays? Add a little adventure to your drive with the new Francis Marion Trail App.

⚔Explore 14 Revolutionary War sites, uncover the secrets of the Swamp Fox, and turn your road trip into a journey through South Carolina’s heroic past. 👪Perfect for families, history lovers, and anyone who enjoys a good story along the way!

Make your miles more memorable✨ Discover the trail and download the app (🔗 in our bio)!

12/16/2025

As a reminder, friends, the show is tomorrow! Call to reserve your tickets and your dinner!

🎄Holiday Dinner Theater in Moncks Corner – Revolutionary-Era Christmas! 🎄

Step back in time and celebrate the season with a special live performance of "Her Majesty’s Christmas Tree" presented by Christy Pleasant of Historic Performance Events and sponsored by the Berkeley 250 Francis Marion Commission.

📅 Wednesday, December 17, 2025
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 PM

📍 The Moncks Corner United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall
200 N. Live Oak Drive
Moncks Corner, SC 29461
(Parking in MCUMC Church Street parking lot)

🍽️ Catered Dinner Buffet: 5:30 – 6:15 PM
🎭 Live Performance: 6:30 – 7:00 PM
📸 Q&A + Photos: until 7:30 PM

📖 Hear the true story behind the first Christmas tree—a mother’s gift of love to her 15 children that inspired a beloved holiday tradition still celebrated today.

🎟️ Tickets:
Per Adult: $25
Per Child (ages 5–18): $10

📞 RSVP Required – Seating is Limited:
Call (843) 761-8547 to reserve your spot!

✨ A perfect family-friendly evening of history, holiday cheer, and community. Don’t miss it!