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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Christopher Sergel's powerful stage adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee has been acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. Set in America's Deep South in the 1930s, To Kill a Mockingbird explores the racial injustice that envelops a small town. The author skillfully portrays the magic and innocence of a child's world while weaving a poignant tale that explores the timeless themes of prejudice, love, courage, faith and redemption.

A black man, Tom Robinson, is accused of raping a white woman. With courage and compassion, lawyer Atticus Finch seeks the truth, and his daughter Scout - a young girl on the cusp of adulthood - brings new hope to a community in turmoil.

Don't miss this poignant dramatization of Harper Lee's touching classic story that is one of our culture's most meaningful works!

Directed by Michael Wilkinson.

Produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company.

In Readers Theater, actors use vocal expression to help the audience understand the story and identify with the characters using minimal visual storytelling effects such as sets, costumes, and intricate blocking. This is a Dynamic Reader's Theater production that is performed in an intimate setting in such an manner that the audience will feel fully immersed in the action. Seating is in the round.

All tickets are general admission with open seating. St. Francis Theatre is located on NW corner of River Rd. and Swan Rd. on the campus of St. Francis UMC. Enter from either River Rd. or Swan Rd. The theatre is the largest building that faces River Rd. Production time is about 2 hours. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time. Refreshments available at intermission.

This production is generally kid-friendly, in that there is no obscenities or visual displays that are inappropriate for children. However this play revolves around the crime of rape and addresses adult issues of prejudice and racism that could be upsetting to younger or sensitive children.