Tennessee Williams to be celebrated at Ford's Theatre

Tennessee Williams in 1965.

The Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival, in collaboration with Ford’s Theatre will present “America’s Playwright at 100: A Salute to Tennessee Williams” on Monday, January 31, 2011.

The one-night only event kicks off the centennial year of Tennessee Williams. Academy Award-winning actor Eli Wallach and other notable American voices will read excerpts of classic plays, rare poems, and family letters, creating a portrait of America as seen through the eyes of Tennessee Williams.

Tickets range from $30 to $60, but there is a $500 VIP option open to "a few dozen guests."  VIP guests will get to meet Eli Wallach at a champagne and dessert reception and get special seating.