A Distant Country Called Youth Starring Richard Thomas

The Waterfront Playhouse is honored to present A Distant Country Called Youth, a captivating solo performance based on the letters and early writings of Tennessee Williams. This exclusive three-night event, running March 27–29, 2025, stars acclaimed stage and screen actor Richard Thomas, renowned for his extensive and diverse body of work.

Richard Thomas first gained national recognition for his Emmy Award-winning portrayal of John-Boy Walton in the beloved television series The Waltons. His distinguished career spans multiple platforms:

• Theater: Tony Award-nominated for his role in the Broadway revival of The Little Foxes; His long list of Broadway credits includes Our Town, The Great Society, You Can’t Take It With You, An Enemy of the People, Race, Democracy, The Front Page, and Incident at Vichy.
• Television: Recent appearances include roles in Ozark, Billions, The Unforgivable, The Blacklist, The Americans, and Tell Me Your Secrets.
• Film: Notable performances in Wonder Boys, Anesthesia, and Taking Woodstock.

Adapted by Steve Lawson, A Distant Country Called Youth offers an intimate and revealing portrait of a young Tennessee Williams, tracing his artistic journey through his deeply personal and poetic letters. The production provides a rare glimpse into the mind of one of America’s greatest playwrights as he navigates love, ambition, and self-discovery on his path to literary greatness.

With Richard Thomas bringing Williams’ words to life with depth and nuance, this limited engagement is a must-see for theater lovers, literature enthusiasts, and fans of Williams’ enduring legacy.