About the Show
Matty is the life story of Christy Mathewson, legendary hall-of-fame pitcher for the New York Giants (1900 to 1916), gentleman, philosopher and first true American hero who inspired a whole generation of fans to make baseball America's pastime.
“Pure Virtuosity!” — Clive Barnes,
New York Post
Santa Monica Playhouse in association with the Mathewson Foundation presents a three-show-only home series of Eddie Frierson's widely acclaimed theatrical show. “One of the Year’s Ten Best Plays!…MATTY hits a home run!” — NPR.
“It’s 100% true that you don’t have to be a baseball fan to be completely engaged by Eddie Frierson’s performance.” — Bob Costas, NBC