# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: If you’ve ever questioned the ethics of waging war, you’ll want to see this play. COOP is historical fiction, based on the true story of an Amish conscientious objector who boarded a train during WWII expecting to fight forest fires in lieu of joining the conflict. Instead he was illegally interned in a chicken coop and remained under guard for the rest of the war. 

This object theater drama stars Iowa City veteran actor Rip Russell and uses everyday props to portray a young man’s courage and conviction in response to persecution. Beautiful Amish hymns, sung a capello, form part of the sound track.

After the play there will be a Q&A session with playwright Mary Swander, actor Rip Russell, conscientious objectors from Southeast Iowa, and Linda Egenes, author of Visits with the Amish. 

Recommended for ages 12 and older.  

Read more about the play at the Iowa Source, the FACC website, and the Fairfield Cultural Alliance website.  

Co-hosts: Jean Greco and Linda Egenes. 

This production of Coop is sponsored by a Fairfield Cultural Alliance grant and MidWestOne, a division of Nicolet National Bank with additional funding from AERON Lifestyle Technology, Inc; Susan and Bob Daniels; Everybody's Whole Foods; Fairfield First Fund; The Financial Advisors of Edward Jones Fairfield Offices; Grow Fairfield Economic Development Association; Rachel Hillier; Iowa State Bank and Trust Co.; Libertyville Savings Bank; LISCO; Ed Malloy; Sheila and Ken Ross. With foundational support from Fred and Shelley Gratzon and Sillycorn Valley Theatrics, Fred’s theater nonprofit.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairfield/coop-a-story-of-an-amish-conscientious-objector/200029974988242
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, performances, literary-art, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 36

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fairfield
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Fairfield Arts & Convention Center
- **lat**: 41.00909
- **long**: -91.96442
- **full address**: Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 N Main St, Fairfield, IA 52556-2835, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector being held?
  - **A:** Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector takes place on Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 N Main St, Fairfield, IA 52556-2835, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector?
  - **A:** Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector is organized by Linda Egenes.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fairfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Coop: A Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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