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WORLD PREMIERE

Steady She Goes

September 10-27, 2026

WRITTEN BY Erica Berman

DIRECTED BY Brian Cowing

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Riding on a current of classic sea shanties, this world premiere adventure traces the real-life story of Mary Ann Brown Patten and the clipper Neptune’s Car. When her husband the captain falls desperately ill on a voyage around Cape Horn, Mary battles treachery and superstition to captain the clipper herself.

Brave the unfathomable, in a race against time and over two oceans, to bring a ship of souls safely home.

Overture Center
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201 State St,
Madison, WI 53703

 
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About the show

Runtime:
TBD

Performance Dates:
September 10-27, 2026

Age Recommendations:
Ages 13+
 

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