The Jefferson Experience
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"Kurt Smith as Mr. Jefferson is a powerhouse and should not be missed.”
– Washington Post
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“Wow, Mr. Jefferson! That was incredible!”
– Ellen
About the Experience
Individually curated Experiences in the past have included: keynote speeches, donor functions, wedding toasts, cocktail mingling, dinners, and interactive intimate one hour plays. Nothing is off the table. You bring the people and Mr. Jefferson will bring the Enlightentainment.
Topics for your Event
Architecture, Law, Philosophy, Gardening, Art, Government Theory, Religion, and more. If it makes the news today, rest assured there is a relevant Jefferson quote. He has you covered.
Back to School
Education is vital for the next generation of Citizens in this country. Educators can click here to discover how to bring Mr. Jefferson to your classroom. Clients can help give back by placing Mr. Jefferson in one of your local schools while he is in your community.
About the Scholar
Kurt Benjamin Smith is one of two men in the world who make their living full-time by portraying Mr. Jefferson. He has portrayed Mr. Jefferson for US Supreme Court Justices, The US Congress, State Governors, State Supreme Court Chief Justices, Federal Cabinet Members, Presidential candidates, and royalty around the globe. He has been acclaimed in articles and media from The Washington Post to the Ellen Show. Kurt’s aim is to bring the humanity to Mr. Jefferson that can often be lost amongst the 50,000 Jefferson letters. History tends to either vilify or deify the men who helped found this country. Through careful scholarship and provocative theatre, Kurt’s job is to avoid both and present to you the humanity of the hopeful, flawed, passionate human named Thomas. Let’s discover how Thomas can speak directly to you.
