Play Reading Monday

Monday, September 28, 2026

7PM

Court-Martial at Fort Devens by Jeffrey Sweet is a compelling play that delves into issues of justice, morality, and military ethics. Set in a military context, the play probably explores the intricacies of a court-martial trial and the tensions that arise when personal beliefs clash with the demands of duty. With engaging dialogue and thought-provoking themes, Court-Martial at Fort Devens is likely to offer a captivating exploration of the complexities of military life and the challenges faced by those tasked with upholding both the law and their own principles.

Attendance is free with registration.

Meet the Playwright

Jeffrey Sweet is an American playwright, journalist, songwriter, teacher, theater historian and critic, who has also performed off-Broadway and occasionally directed. His recent works include A Change of Position and Kunstler about human rights lawyer William Kunstler. Sweet serves as a lifetime member of the Council of the Dramatists Guild, is a member of Ensemble Studio Theatre, and is an alumnus of New Dramatists. For thirty years (until the pandemic) he contributed a regular column to the magazine, Dramatics. He occasionally contributes to the magazine American Theater. He writers a blog on New York theater called ‘’Making the Scene.’’