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?
Zora - IL
Feb 1When: February 01, 2012 at 7:00 PM
Where: College of Lake County
From the theatrical biography by: Laurence Holder
Performed by: Cheryl Howard
Discussion Facilitated by: Lisa Strum
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
For tickets and reservations: Please visit the College of Lake County website
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
Zora - IL
Feb 2When: February 02, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Where: College of Lake County
From the theatrical biography by: Laurence Holder
Performed by: Cheryl Howard
Discussion Facilitated by: Lisa Strum
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
For tickets and reservations: Please visit the College of Lake County website
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
Feb 7When: February 07, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Where: The National Comedy Theatre
From the novel by : Lois Lowry
Performed by: Mara Stephens
Discussion Facilitated by: J'nelle Bobb-Semple
Adapted & Directed by: Elise Thoron
CLOSED TO PUBLIC - Exclusive performance for IS 30 Mary Ovington
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit the The Giver Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/giver
Invisible Man - NYC
Feb 8When: February 08, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Where: Harlem Stage
Written by: Ralph Ellison
Excerpts Performed by: Tarantino Smith
Activities Facilitated by: Margot Fitzsimmons
Experience Directed by: David Kener
For tickets and reservations: Please visit The Harlem Stage website
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit the Invisible Man Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/invisible
Zora - CA
Feb 9When: February 09, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Where: Oceanside Public Library
From the theatrical biography by: Laurence Holder
Performed by: Cheryl Howard
Discussion Facilitated by: Gwen Brownson
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
For tickets and reservations: Please visit the Oceanside Public Library website
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
Feb 14When: February 14, 2012 at 12:30 PM
Where: Yeshiva of Flatbush
From the novel by: Lois Lowry
Performed by: Mara Stephens
Discussion Facilitated by: Brendan Boland
Adapted & Directed by: Elise Thoron
CLOSED TO PUBLIC
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit the The Giver Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/giver
Invisible Man - NYC
Feb 17When: February 17, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Where: The New York Public Library
Written by: Ralph Ellison
Excerpts Performed by: Tarantino Smith
Activities Facilitated by: Margot Fitzsimmons
Experience Directed by: David Kener
For tickets and reservations: Please visit The New York Public Library website
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit the Invisible Man Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/invisible
The Secret Life of Bees - NM
Feb 27When: February 27, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Where: University of New Mexico - Popejoy Schooltime Series
From the novel by: Sue Monk Kidd
Performed by: Denise Wilbanks
Discussion Facilitated by: Margot Fitzsimmons
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
For tickets and reservations: Please visit the University of New Mexico Popejoy website
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 Secret Life of Bees - NM
Feb 28When: February 28, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Where: University of New Mexico - Popejoy Schooltime Series
From the novel by: Sue Monk Kidd
Performed by: Denise Wilbanks
Discussion Facilitated by: Margot Fitzsimmons
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
For tickets and reservations: Please visit the University of New Mexico Popejoy website
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 Kite Runner - DC
Feb 29When: February 29, 2012 at 6:00 PM
Where: The National Cathedral School
From the novel by: Khaled Hosseini
Performed by: Sorab Wadia
Adapted & Directed by: Wynn Handman
CLOSED TO PUBLIC
Bring Literature to Life to your school! Visit the The Kite Runner Roster Page to fill out a booking inquiry form.
To connect with audiences, artists and media: http://www.literaturetolife.org/kite
