The Miracle Worker

The story of Helen Keller’s childhood

By First Stage

The Miracle Worker

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Helen Keller will go on to become an American author, political activist and lecturer.

Helen Keller born blind and deaf. Kate and Captain Keller share a moment with family doctor.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Performed by Young Company, First Stage's Theater Academy
advance training program for high school actors.

Helen Keller attacks Martha, a playmate, with scissors in an attempt to remove her eyes.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Teacher Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller meet for the first time.

The Miracle Worker by Maria Pretzl, Nathaniel Schardin, and Traveling LemurFirst Stage

Director Matt Daniels and Young Company give behind the scenes look at "The Miracle Worker."

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Helen Keller embraces Belle, her childhood pup.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Enablement/Independence: Annie Sullivan and Kate Keller discuss Helen Keller's cognitive ability.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Kate and Helen Keller share a touching moment in Helen's battle to communicate.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

The power of teaching. Annie Sullivan assists Helen Keller with sewing, proving Helen is capable of independence.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Helen communicates! Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller share a powerful moment at the water well.

The Miracle Worker (2019-05-13) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

By the play's end, Helen Keller communicates by sign language for the first time to parents, Kate and Captain Keller.

Credits: Story

The Miracle Worker by William Gibson

Young Company performers: Jennie Babisch, Meghan DeRoche, Eloise Field, Addy Grace, Kyra Mathias, Ashley Nord, Mathilde Prosen-Oldani, Gabe Smith, Chloe Winney

Creative Team: Matt Daniels, Director | Kurtis Boetcher, Scenic Designer | Marisa Abbott, Lighting Designer | Caitlyn De Araujo, Costume Designer | Matt Whitmore, Sound Designer | Emily Wright, Stage Manager

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