Theatre: Three Needles and Suture

Written by Kamryn Marck
Directed by Karen Sheridan

Bertha Van Hoosen was born in present-day Rochester Hills, MI in 1863. An American surgeon dedicated to women's health, she was the founding president of the American Medical Women's Association and led a fascinating life documented in her autobiography Petticoat Surgeon.

"Three Needles and Suture" explores Bertha's relationship with her sister and niece as all three navigate life, death, family, personal goals, women’s roles in society, different types of motherhood and advancing medicine.

After the play, stick around for a Meet & Greet with the cast. Tea and light refreshments will be served.

2025 Three Needles & Suture

Cast & Crew

Alice - Connie Cowper
Bertha - Jan Cartwright
Sarah - Annabelle Young
Playwright - Kamryn Marck
Director - Karen Sheridan
Commissioned and originally produced by the Lorenzo Cultural Center.

Host or Publisher Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm