Bookit repertory theatre is a regional theatre located in seattle, washington. Bookit repertory theatre began in 1990 as an artists collective who believed everyone has the right to read. Clackamas repertory theatre is a professional equity theatre company in oregon city, oregon. Great plays, interesting, and a great place to go if you love the theater useful. Last night was the opening night performance of into the woods at seacoast repertory theatre in portsmouth, nh. Bookit repertory theatres 2017 production of a new musical adaptation of diana wynne jones fantasy novel had its charms, but they were largely superseded by.
List of performance venues on seattle center campus. Impact repertory theatre performance company is a safe space where young people use current events and their own personal experiences as material to explore the issues facing young people in america. The jungle book is the story of mowgli, a boy abandoned to the jungle, who must learn to find his place within the longstanding community of animals. Create your own bookit theatre in the library based on your favorite book. The turn of the screw play bookit repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre was founded 20 years ago as an artists collective, adapting short stories for performance and touring them throughout the northwest. Virginia repertory theatre presents the jungle book the.
From our origins 29 years ago as a passionate group of volunteer artists adapting short stories for performance and touring them throughout the northwest, bookit has matured into. Bookit repertory theatre 305 harrison st, seattle, washington 98109 rated 4. Weekly repertory theatre is also produced by the summer theatre season at frintononsea. Repertory theatre, system of play production in which a resident acting company keeps a repertory of plays that are always ready for performance, often presenting a different one each night of the week, supplemented by the preparation and rehearsal of new plays. With over one hundred productions under their belt, bookit continues the narrative through. Book it repertory theatre s vision is to be a nationallyknown theatre arts center where book its partnership of theatre, literature and education nourishes literacy and the artistic vitality of our community. A life at the schlesinger library at the radcliffe institute for advanced study. Book it repertory theatre often shortened to book it is a regional theatre located in seattle, washington. For novice or olympiad, the winterfest ice rink offers fun for all. From page to stage, the bookit repertory theatre adapts literature classic into live performances. Book it repertory theatre s landmark 30th season continues with the turn of the screw, adapted from the 1898 horror novella by henry james. Bookit repertory theatre revisits howls moving castle and. Repertory can still be found in the uk in a variation of guises.
This production will be performed bilingually in spanish and english. My antonia sings with triumph as a story we both know by heart and one we long to hear. Literacy is a multidimensional enhancement to life, yet illiteracy is a fundamental obstacle for onethird of king county. Author allan posted on february 22, 2020 february 22, 2020 categories bookit repertory theatre, center theatre at seattle center armory, plays, seattle center theatre leave a comment on the turn of the screw play bookit repertory theatre howls. Bookit repertory theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspiring its audiences to read. Book it repertory theatre s mission is to transform great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspire our audiences to read. See several shows once, or share your tickets with family and friends at the same performance. Louis has been the regions premier live, professional theatre. Childrens theatre season virginia repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre transforming great literature into great. Guests attending your night may enjoy cocktails at the repertorys thirty foot cash bar.
Click here to download a printable version of our 2021 season postcard. Bookit repertory theatre presenting literature in the. Exchanges are to be made with 72 hours notice, cannot be made on or after the date of performance, or for a different production. Today, with over 100 worldpremiere adaptations of fulllength novels to its credit, bookit is widely respected for the consistent artistic excellence of its work. An interview with author chris cleave, whose bestselling little bee is soon to be a stage show presented by bookit repertory theatre in seattle. Policies florida repertory theatre florida repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre has a winner on its hands. Tickets may also be donated as a taxdeductible contribution to florida repertory theatre. This musical version of rudyard kiplings classic will delight both the young and the young at heart. Bringing books to life, these productions use simple and sensitive interpretations of the original text to inspire its audiences to read and excite their imaginations. Book it transformed a total of 8 world premier adaptations and 140 performances from great literature into great theatre for the main stage.
The nonprofit theater company was founded in 1975 by jerry engelbach and marlene swartz in an old hat warehouse on mercer street, in soho. Bookit repertory theatre presents the turn of the screw. Bookit repertory theatre performance art theatre seattle company transforming great literature into great theatre and inspiring audiences to read for 30 years. Click here to download a printable version of our subscription and single ticket pricing options. Into the woods with music and lyrics by stephen sondheim and book by james lapine is a musical comedy that intertwines a number of classic fairy tales, such as cinderella, jack and beanstalk, and little red riding hood, to name a few. Tickets can be used in any combination on the dates of your choice. Join young mowgli as he learns about friendship, survival, and the laws of the jungle with the help of friends like the black panther, bagheera, and baloo the lovable bear. The repertory company performs in front of over 25,000 people per year at venues ranging from the united nations headquarters, nycs city hall. With over one hundred productions under their belt, book it continues the narrative through. Bookit repertory theatre united way of king county. Performed at the erickson theatre 1524 harvard ave, seattle. This popup presentation will include historical documents and photographs related to gloria steinems activism, including letters to ms.
I rattle, i shake sometimes, says bookit founder and coartistic director jane jones when you ask her about how. Bookit repertory theatres landmark 30th season continues with the turn of the screw, adapted from the 1898 horror novella by henry james. This year, we want to share the magic of the rep with both our longtime supporters and new audiences across the region, said hana s. Louis announces a dynamic new set of shows for its 20202021 season designed to delight, excite and engage theatregoers like never before. Bookit repertory theatre announces 30th season broadway world. An overview of bookit repertory theatre, our history, mission and vision, the signature bookit style, and a peek at some of our productions. Through the use of literature, folk tales, fairy tales and new adaptations of classic works, itc is committed to bringing the very finest in theatre for young audiences to. Our central purpose has always been to seamlessly integrate our art with the daily habit of reading in order to make a significant contribution to literacy in washington communities. Book it transforms great literature into great theatre. Book it repertory theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspiring its audiences to read. Dec 03, 2019 bookit repertory theatres 2017 production of a new musical adaptation of diana wynne jones fantasy novel had its charms, but they were largely superseded by a host of issues.
Secret garden study guide by bookit repertory theatre issuu. Bookit repertory theatres arts and education program will be holding general auditions for their 20172018 touring season on july. Little bee to land on stage at bookit repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre events and information seattle. For more information and ticket reservations, please call the react box office at 206 3643283 or visit online at. Tickets with your groups name and your ticket price are provided by the detroit repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre performance response to covid19 effective immediately, seattle center armory and artists at play playground are closed to the public until further notice. Imaginary theatre company itc is the reps resident professional touring ensemble. It is a 501c3 registered nonprofit corporation, and is devoted to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspiring its audiences to read. Bookit repertory theatre was founded in 1990 as an artists collective, adapting short stories for performance and touring them throughout the northwest. Virginia repertory theatre is proud to offer sensory friendly performances for children with autism and other sensory, social, or learning disabilities. Book your seats online or by phone at your convenience.
Book it repertory theatre has a winner on its hands. Bookits arts and education program presents three original adaptations of books for children, young adults and adults that tour schools, libraries and community venues all across the state of. Introduction to bookit all over bookit all over, the arts education program of bookit repertory theatre, is dedicated to inspiring people of all ages to read. Sep 10, 2009 an overview of bookit repertory theatre, our history, mission and vision, the signature bookit style, and a peek at some of our productions.
Organizations or individuals purchase a repertory performance at a low fixed rate, then sell tickets at any price they wish. Book it repertory theatre is dedicated to transforming great literature into great theatre, through simple and sensitive production, and to inspiring our audiences to read. Dec 14, 2019 bookit repertory theatre performance response to covid19 effective immediately, seattle center armory and artists at play playground are closed to the public until further notice. The 2pm matinee performance on saturday july th is also a paywhatyoucan performance.
Book and lyrics by douglas jones music by ron barnett january 24 march 1, 2020. Dec 07, 2019 author allan posted on february 22, 2020 february 22, 2020 categories bookit repertory theatre, center theatre at seattle center armory, plays, seattle center theatre leave a comment on the turn of the screw play bookit repertory theatre howls moving castle musical bookit repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to. The rep announces dynamic and diverse 20202021 season. Seattles bookit repertory theatre is like the little engine that could. Bookit repertory theatres vision is to be a nationallyknown theatre arts center where bookits partnership of theatre, literature and education nourishes literacy and the artistic vitality of our community. Twentyseven years later, bookit is a vibrant literaturebased theatre. Kuow bookit repertory theatre, seattles little engine. From page to stage, the book it repertory theatre adapts literature classic into live performances. Feb 07, 2011 introduction to book it all over book it all over, the arts education program of book it repertory theatre, is dedicated to inspiring people of all ages to read. The sheringham little theatre produces an inhouse repertory season each summer, running from june until september. Bookit repertory theatre bookit is proud to announce its.
Taught by baloo the bear, bagheera the black panther, and akela the old wolf, mowgli is enlightened with the sacred master words of the hunting people. Through the use of literature, folk tales, fairy tales and new adaptations of classic works, itc is committed to bringing the very finest in theatre for young audiences to nearly 20,000 students each season. Apr 23, 2015 an interview with author chris cleave, whose bestselling little bee is soon to be a stage show presented by bookit repertory theatre in seattle. The rep announces dynamic and diverse 20202021 season lineup. It deftly deals with the issues of love and loss, class.
The soho repertory theatre, known as soho rep, is an offbroadway theater company with a 65seat space located at 46 walker street in the tribeca district of manhattan, new york city. It is a 501c3 registered nonprofit corporation, and is devoted to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and. Adapted by rachel atkins and directed by carol roscoe. Bookit repertory theatres mission is to transform great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspire our audiences to read. Ahmanson theatre 1 akropolis performance lab 1 amazing show 1 annex theatre 1 artswest playhouse and gallery 12 as if theatre company 1 bainbridge performing arts 3 benaroya hall 3 bishop blanchet performing arts 1 bookit repertory theatre 9 cafe nordo 6 can can culinary cabaret 1 center theatre at seattle center armory 8. Performing books instead of plays allows the bookit theatre experience to spark the audiences interest in reading and to challenge the audience to participate by. Bookit transformed a total of 8 world premier adaptations and 140 performances from great literature into great theatre for the main stage.
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