Based on the book by Thomas Heggen. MISTER ROBERTS was the winner of the 1948 Tony Award for Best play. A popular film version starring Henry Fonda, James Cagney, Jack Lemmon and William Powell. Mr. Lemmon received an Academy Award for “Best Supporting Actor” for his performanceDIRECTIONS TO SHIP
Now, finding the ship is not hard but it is tricky, especially if you make your first visit in the dark. Here’s what to do once you reach Canal Street in Richmond
Canal Street is at the end of Richmond Parkway. It is the main street in the Port of Richmond. Follow Canal Street to the very end where you will be stopped. When you reach the area of road under construction, you will bear to your right. You will see signs for the SS Red Oak Victory, but they are small.
On your left you will see a white barrier/fence. The road will wind around car lots and boats. You will think you are lost but fear not. Follow the fence/barrier line.
There is construction going on, and you will drive over some gravel, as they are repaving the street.
After 1.3 miles following this road and the occasional small signs for the SS Red Oak you will arrive at a General Warehouse building, and several old and run down buildings (a part of the Shipyard's history). At this point you will follow the road to the right - and drive in front of these buldings.
Directly in front of you, you will see the ship. Drive through the gate to the ship, or park in front of the gate. Then, it’s up the gangplank and you’re on board.
ABOUT THE RED OAK VICTORY
Galatean Players Ensemble Theatre has been honored to perform on the SS Red Oak Victory during the last two years. When you come see the show, leave yourself time to look around this magnificent ship. For a Virtual Tour of the Red Oak Victory, click on the link at the top of this page.
