Brace yourself

Make tracks to see “Orphan Train,” presented by the Covenant Ballet Theatre of Brooklyn, on Aug. 17 and 18 at the New School for Drama.

“The Orphan Train,” presented as part of FringeNYC, is the story of Rev. Charles Loring Brace, founder of the New York Children’s Aid Society, who transported the orphans of New York City to the new West in order to find the children homes.

In “Orphan Train,” Brace crafts the futures of Mamie, little Bessie, and sisters Susie and Dorothy.

The Covenant Ballet Theatre has been teaching and serving the community by admitting students of all levels for over 22 years.

FringeNYC is the largest multi-arts festival in North America and showcases over 200 companies from all over the world.

“Orphan Train,” at the New School for Drama, on Aug. 17 at 5:30 pm and Aug. 18 at noon. Tickets are $15–$18 and may be purchased at www.FringeNYC.org or by calling the box office at (866) 468–7619.

The New School for Drama [151 Bank St. between West and Washington streets in the East Village, Manhattan].

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