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Presentation of a Life of My Own: Meeting Eleanor Roosevelt In-Person
Performance by Actress Linda Kenyon
Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Freehold Area Branch
Actress Linda Kenyon performs "A Life of My Own: Meeting Eleanor Roosevelt," a one-woman show where she portrays Eleanor Roosevelt, based on Kenyon's own real life encounter with the First Lady in 1959. The play, written by Stephen LaRocque, explores Roosevelt's journey and legacy, allowing Kenyon to embody her characteristic voice and demeanor.
Linda Kenyon is a talented actress and voice-over artist known for her impersonations, including those of Eleanor Roosevelt, Julia Child, and Babe Didrikson Zaharias. To accurately portray the former First Lady, Kenyon listened to recordings of Roosevelt's voice and watched documentaries to capture her demeanor.
- Date:
- Thursday, March 12, 2026
- Time:
- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Headquarters, Manalapan
- Branch:
- Headquarters, Manalapan
- Audience:
- Adult All Ages
- Categories:
- Concerts and Performances
The program is free, and seating is on a first come, first seated basis. We appreciate your cooperation in not saving seats. As a reminder, no prior registration or library card is required to enjoy the event.