This antique dress (pic left) inspired me to write my first show in a series of shows called Teas in Time. I bought this Edwardian lingerie gown at the Brimfield Mass. antique market in 2004 and though, it fit me perfectly, I had no idea where I would wear it. So I decided to create a character named Mrs. Michael Gordon, a fictional middle-class housewife from 1908. She would wear this beautiful gown, as she entertained her guests (audience), during her afternoon tea. That was the beginning  of Teas in Time and over the course of six years, I wrote five different themed Teas in Time shows, where my character talks about different aspects of her life. I decided to make Mrs. Gordon an amusing and astute storyteller who through her observations and humor is able to paint a picture of what life was like at the turn of the 20th century.  Her observations are historic facts which have been extensively researched using primary sources such as period magazines and well research secondary sources. 

     Teas in Times are interactive shows where the audience is free to ask questions of Mrs. Gordon and can share their own stories and their own "2 cents" if they wish.  The audience will definitely feel as if they are speaking to a woman from the turn of the 20th century.

1908 Tea 

In 1908, the world was on the cusp of change. The traditions of the Victorians were giving way to a more modern way of thinking and living. Mrs. Gordon,  a woman having lived in both the 19th and 20th century, has a lot to say about all these new changes. Her stories will highlight  technology, sports, fashion, beauty and more. 

Perfect for:  Mother's Day!

Victorian Courtship Tea

How did young ladies and gentlemen become acquainted during the time of Queen Victoria? Why by COURTSHIP of course! Victorian Courtship was a ritual in which etiquette, romance and socializing played an essential part. 

So return to a time of romance, balls, fluttering fans, gossip and scandals as Mrs. Gordon reminisces about her courtship days. 

Perfect for: St. Valentine's Day, Mother/Daughter Teas,  Mother's Day

...and MORE!

Tropical Tea 

Travel back to winter 1913 with Mrs. Michael Gordon as she tours Florida with her husband.   She will share her experiences and impressions of railroad travel, tourist attractions, grand hotels, and shopping at the original Burdines Department Store in Miami .                

Summertime Tea

Beachside resorts and amusement parks were all the rage at the turn of the 20th century. People of all classes enjoyed  dancing, vaudeville, moving pictures, rides, spectacular thrilling shows and more. 

So join  Mrs. Gordon as she tells you all about her day at the beach and an amusement park in 1908.