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Creative License presents "The Lifespan of a Fact" at Cohoes Music Hall from 1/30 - 2/8

By Joe Donahue
Published January 26, 2026 at 10:59 AM EST

From Creative License comes a new production of the recent Broadway hit “The Lifespan of a Fact.” Based on the true story of the essayist John D’Agata’s essay "What Happens There," this funny and high-stakes debate over the boundary between truth and accuracy is helmed by Creative License co-founder Aaron Holbritter. The production features a cast of Capital Region talent, including Jacob Bell, Lisa Bryk, and Creative License favorite, Ian LaChance.

"The Lifespan of a Fact” will be performed at the Cohoes Music Hall in Cohoes, New York from January 30 through February 8.

We welcome director Aaron Holbritter and actors Jacob Bell and Ian LaChance. 

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