A brother and sister, meeting by chance during the War, set the story. He is a career Army Officer, a West Point graduate and a confirmed Unionist. His sister, a die-hard Confederate, shows up in his camp and reveals she is secreting medicines to the Rebels. Their encounter is full of drama, laughs, and a few tender tears. Their conversation will amaze and amuse you.
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Steve and Allison Gipson portray brother and sister in this gentle and sometimes humorous performance. Audiences can't help but be get caught up in this historically-based account of two Southerners who have very big differences of opinions regarding the question of secession.
The endng will absolutely melt your heart.
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The magnificent Jefferson Davis performance hall.
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This show touches all ages. We tailor each show for your group. We invite the whole family.
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Rich in Civil War trivia, oddities and curiosities, our presentation entertains as well as teaches. After touring nationally for 15 years,
"Granddaddy's Watch"now has a permanent home at the beautiful
Buttonwillow Church Civil War Dinner Theater.
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This show is written, produced, and directed by Steve Gipson who has been performing for more than thirty years. It has won praise from national newspapers such as the Los Angeles Times and received high acclaim. Mr.Gipson has appeared in movies and has worked with National Public Television as an advisor and writer.
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Careful detailing in our costumes add to the illusion of time-travel.
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