Book it repertory theatre in seattle show listings all. Bookit repertory theatre blends tradition of narrative. Bookit repertory theatre aapi bookss profile picture. Bookin repertory theatre has announced a 202021 season of online audio dramas, set to begin on oct. Continuing their allaudio season with an adaptation of a short story by science fictions powerhouse author, n. Twentyeight years later, bookit is a vibrant literaturebased theater. Its secure, fast and easy to donate online, however, if you wish to mail your gift, please send it to. Seattle theatre inspiring audiences to read through simple and sensitive stage productions of great literature, educational outreach programs and tours. Everything is illuminated at bookit repertory theatre in. Located in the seattle center house, its entire purpose is to bring books to life using the original words of the author. About us bookit repertory theatre began in 1990 as an artists collective who believed everyone has the right to read. Dec 15, 2016 bookit repertory theatre has 114 books on goodreads, and is currently reading welcome to braggsville by t. Bookit repertory theatre presents childfinder admission fee a perfect slice of octavia e. Feb 06, 2021 bookit repertory theatre, a leader in the narrative theatre movement, was founded in 1990.
Seattles bookit repertory theatre brings to life the awardwinning childrens book crown. Charity navigator rating for bookit repertory theatre. We are excited to share our audio dramas with audiences this season, while we await a safe return to the stage. Bookit repertory theatre gift card seattle, wa giftly. Artistic director, linda digabriele, managing director, hours mon sat 10am 5pm.
Bookit repertory theatre transforming great literature into great. This winter, bookit repertory theatre bookit presents the allaudio theatrical adaptation of the canterville ghost, a classic short story by celebrated british wit oscar wilde. For the first time this season, bookit presents an audio play with multiple chapters. Bookit repertory theatre began in 1990 as an artists collective who believed everyone has the right to read. 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. Information on how youll receive or pick up your tickets along with any datespecific advisories or restrictions will. Bookit repertory theatre is a performing arts charity located in seattle, wa. Bookit repertory theatre s mission is to transform great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspire our audiences to read.
Development bookit repertory theatre 305 harrison st seattle, wa 98109. Please, be sure to make a note of your recipients name, mailing address, and email address in the comments when you check out. Apr 07, 2021 continuing their allaudio season with an adaptation of a short story by science fictions powerhouse author, n. Bookit repertory theatre is a regional theatre located in seattle, washington. Bookit repertory theatre performance the story of edgar sawtelle, everett paine field is 19. Feb 01, 2021 bookit repertory theatre presents its first serialized, allaudio production with the adaptation of mananaland, a magical tale for audiences eightyearsold and up by awardwinning author pam. Bookit repertory theatre seattle wa seattle events. Bookit repertory theatre 305 harrison street seattle.
Dec 03, 2019 bookit repertory theatre s 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. Bookit repertory theatre presents mananaland an audio play. Bookit is a nonprofit organization with a dedication to great literature and quality theatre. This combines the thoughtfulness of giving a gift card or gift certificate with the convenience and flexibility of gifting money. Bookit repertory theatre s 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. Instead of using a traditional script, bookit takes text from novels, and puts it directly into the actors mouths. Asolo repertory theatre michael donald edwards, prod. Bookit repertory theatre often shortened to bookit is a regional theatre located in seattle, washington. Bookit repertory theatre pierce county library system. Bookit repertory theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to. Book it repertory theatre in seattle show listings all the. Jemisin sheher, bookit repertory theatre bookit presents the effluent engine. The fine print promotional value expires jul 1, 2015.
Bookit repertory theatre has been rated by charity navigator for 6 years and receives 2 out of 4 stars. Bookit repertory theatre presents the turn of the screw. For 31 years, bookit repertory theatre has turned great literature into great theatre, and has adapted more than 150 books into performances. Two in the lineup hark back to early bookit work and three are original read more.
Bookit transforms great literature into great theatre. It is a 501c3 registered nonprofit corporation, and is devoted to transforming. An overview of bookit repertory theatre, our history, mission and vision, the signature bookit style, and a peek at some of our productions. Bookit repertory theatre s vision is to be a nationallyknown theatre arts center where bookits partnership of theatre, literature and. Bookit transformed a total of 8 world premier adaptations and 140 performances from great literature into great theatre for the main stage. Bookit repertory theatre archives drama in the hood. Bookit repertory theatre performance the story of edgar sawtelle. Bookit repertory theatre presents childfinder seattle center. 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. From page to stage, the bookit repertory theatre adapts literature classic into live performances. Bookit repertory theatre presents the canterville ghost.
Bookit repertory theatre was founded 29 years ago as an artists collective, adapting short stories for performance and touring them throughout the northwest. Rating for bookit repertory theatre charity navigator. Bookit repertory theatre transforming great literature. For 30 years, bookit has been staging simple and sensitive productions, from classic and contemporary literature. Book it repertory theatre nonprofit explorer propublica. Seattle company transforming great literature into great theatre and inspiring. Bookit repertory theatre was founded 20 years ago as an artists collective, adapting short stories for performance and touring them throughout the northwest. Bookit repertory theatre was founded in 1990 as an artists collective, adapting short stories for performance and touring them throughout the northwest. Charity navigator irs data for bookit repertory theatre. Bookit repertory theatre s vision is to be a nationallyknown theatre arts center where bookits partnership of theatre. This can be kind of hard to get used to at first the. Bookit repertory theatre is rated 1 out of 4 stars by charity navigator. Adapter and director jane jones knows this material well, for she has worked with carvers stories before for this troupe. Bookit repertory theatre presenting literature in the.
Twentyseven years later, bookit is a vibrant literaturebased theatre company. With over one hundred productions under their belt, bookit continues the narrative through character dialogue that not only engages the other characters but also the live audience. Koala lou in seattle at bookit repertory theatre 2021. Join us on march 20th for a funfilled evening of virtual trivia on all things books and bookit, featuring a silent auction and raisethepaddle. Bookits repertory theatre s what we talk about when we talk about love is a collection of stories that raymond carver wrote in different periods of his life encompassing the years 1964 to 1986.
Patricia britton marketing and communications director. Bookit repertory theatre last filed their form 990 for their 2018 tax year. Everything is illuminated at bookit repertory theatre in seattle, wa the stranger. Adapter and director jane jones knows this material well, for she. Aug 25, 2020 bookit repertory theatre bookit is pleased to announce its 20202021 season of online audio dramas, scheduled to begin october 28.
This includes access to each of the five plays, plus exclusive content. Bookit repertory theatre at the seattle center armory. Bookit repertory theatre, a leader in the narrative theatre movement, was founded in 1990. Bookit repertory theatre bookit seattle, wa 114 books. Bookit repertory theatre presents the effluent engine. The company has built a reputation for taking books, sometimes by northwestbased authors, and turning them into plays. Butlers incredible storytelling when a disaffected telepath connects with a young girl in a desperate attempt to help her harness her growing powers.
Crown oozes black cool and timely, muchneeded black joy, using the unique and expansive experience of the barbershop to remind young boys that their inner lives have always. They have provided an evaluation plan that outlines their process and seeks to answer numerous questions. Located in the seattle center house, its entire purpose is to. Now, the bookit repertory theatre production of this modern literary masterpiece can be seen on the stage of the center theatre. Buying a bookit repertory theatre gift on giftly is a great way to send money with a suggestion to use it at bookit repertory theatre.
Bookit repertory theatre bookit is pleased to announce its 20202021 season of online audio dramas, scheduled to begin october 28. Bookit repertory theatre puts on jane austens fourth novel emma, which centers on the wellintentioned emma and her sometimes indiscreet, often misapplied. Most bookit performances take place in the center theatre, which is located in the. Bookit repertory theatre dedicated to transforming great literature into great theatre through simple and sensitive production and to inspiring its audiences to read. Bookit repertory theatre revisits howls moving castle and. Bookit repertory theatre announces its 201415 silver jubilee season seattle, wa bookit repertory theatre will present a season of five novel adaptations in its 25th year. Today, with over 100 worldpremiere adaptations of fulllength novels to its credit, bookit is widely respected for the consistent artistic excellence of its work. Jonathan safran foers semiautobiographical first novel, everything is illuminated, about a man also named jonathan safran foer who travels to ukraine to try to track down the details of his jewish ancestry, is one of the most brilliant and. For 31 years, bookit has been transforming great literature. Bookit repertory theatre revisits howls moving castle. Coincidentally, bookit repertory theatre the company based in the center house theatre on the seattle center campus currently is performing an adaptation of the book. Bookit repertory theatre is rated 2 out of 4 stars by charity navigator. 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.
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