About the Play
Comedy. 55-65 minutes. 1-5 females, 2 males, 2-28 optional any gender (3-35 performers possible). Suitable for all ages.
Johnny and Sally Ann was originally produced at Creede Repertory Theatre (Creede, CO).
Synopsis
Traveling the American wilderness to distribute apple seeds to the poor, Johnny Appleseed and his friend Pete encounter Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind (the future wife of Davey Crockett), who proves that a girl can do anything a boy can; Betsy Ross, who tells them about the creation of the American flag; and Belinda, who seeks the help of Johnny and Pete to save an orphanage. Throughout, Johnny shares many of the adventures that have made him famous: both true stories and tall tales.