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A REFUTATION presents dramatic readings by acclaimed actors of excerpts from conflicting historic accounts of Philadelphia's 1793 yellow fever epidemic,as a catalyst for guided audience discussions about health inequities in America today, grounded in the perspectives of nurses,caregivers,and first responders. Featuring pamphlets,letters,and rebuttals by Absalom Jones,Richard Allen, Matthew Carey,and Benjamin Rush. Presented by Theater of War Productions with generous support from The Greenwall Foundation in celebration of Its 75th anniversary. In partnership with the DC Public Library and Ebenezer United Methodist Church- Capitol Hill. Directed,adapted,and facilitated by Bryan Doerries