WHAT is Literature to Life?
We know that books have the power to excite the imagination - to encourage free thought, critical thinking, and empathy for others. But more than ever, reading is being left behind. "I can't relate. It's boring," they say.On hundreds of stages and classrooms each year, lives are made richer by Literature to Life. Together, we can ignite a passion for learning that lasts a lifetime.
"This whole experience opened my eyes to the importance of knowledge and the importance of books and the importance of educating myself." ~Samuel, age 14 from Flint, MI
WHOM DO WE SERVE?
UNDERSERVED STUDENTS:
With In-school Residencies
A Literature to Life Residency is an in-school experience created to improve the academic engagement and personal development of under-served students. Led by Master Teaching Artists, a series of sessions use high quality theatre, drama-in-education, and great literature to bring classroom content to life.
STUDENTS & COMMUNITIES:
With Touring Performances
A Literature to Life Stage Presentation is a verbatim theatrical adaptation of significant American literature brought to life by a professional actor. Presentations take place in partner presenting venues, libraries, auditoriums and classrooms across the country.
WHEN & WHERE?
The Poetry of Emily Dickinson - NYC
May 17When: May 17, 2012 at 1:00 PM
Where: PS/IS 268Q
From the poetry by: Emily Dickinson
Excerpts Performed by: Manuel Simons
Activities Facilitated by: Margot Fitzsimmons
Experience Directed by: David Kener
“CLOSED TO PUBLIC.”
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Poetry of Emily Dickinson Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.americanplacetheatre.org/roster/show/poetry
The Poetry of Emily Dickinson - NYC
May 17When: May 17, 2012 at 10:30AM
Where: PS/IS 268Q
From the poetry by: Emily Dickinson
Excerpts Performed by: Manuel Simons
Activities Facilitated by: Margot Fitzsimmons
Experience Directed by: David Kener
“CLOSED TO PUBLIC.”
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Poetry of Emily Dickinson Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.americanplacetheatre.org/roster/show/poetry
The Bluest Eye-NYC
May 18When: May 18, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Where: The New York Public Library
Written by : Toni Morrison
Excerpts Performed by : Piper Anderson
Dramaturgy by : Brad Raimondo & Lizz Fields
Experience Directed by : Manuel Simons
For ticket and reservation information please visit the website.
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Kite Runner Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/kite
The Secret Life of Bees-NY
May 23When: May 23, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Where: The Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex
From the novel by: Sue Monk Kidd
Performed by: Denise Wilbanks
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Secret Life of Bees Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/bees
The Things They Carried - NJ
May 25When: May 25, 2012 at 2:10 PM
Where: The Pingry School - Martinsville Campus
Written by: Tim O'Brien
Written by: Tim O'Brien
Performed by: Billy Lyons
Performed by: Billy Lyons
Directed by: Wynn Handman
Directed by: Wynn Handman
CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Things They Carried Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/carried
Zora - NYC
May 30When: May 30, 2012 at 11:00 AM
Where: The National Comedy Theatre
From the theatrical biography by: Laurence Holder
Performed by: Cheryl Howard
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
“CLOSED TO PUBLIC. EXCLUSIVE PERFORMANCE FOR SATELLITE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL.”
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Zora Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/zora
The Giver - NYC
Jun 13When: June 13, 2012 at 9:00 AM
Where: Hunter College Elementary School
From the novel by: Lois Lowry
Performed by: Mara Stephens
Adapted & Directed by : Elise Thoron
“CLOSED TO PUBLIC.”
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit The Giver Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/giver
