Mark Twain's "The $30,000 Bequest", clip 1

A couple's simple happiness is undermined by dreams of what life will be like upon receiving an inheritance. In Organic Theater Company's unique adaptation of Mark Twain's short story, every word spoken on stage is that of this master of American literature -- and none of the original text has been omitted. The whole family will be warmed by Twain's timeless wit. Organic Theater Company at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts 1016 N. Dearborn, Chicago The $30,000 Bequest By Mark Twain Saturday March 17 at 7:30 pm Saturday March 24 at 2:00 pm Friday March 30 at 7:30 pm Sunday April 8 at 2:00 pm The April 8th matinee of Mark Twain's "The $30,000 Bequest" will feature a special post-show discussion with nationally recognized Twain scholars Lawrence Howe and Bruce Michelson.