NT Live's OF MICE AND MEN & TREASURE ISLAND to be Screened at Ware Center

The best of live theatre can now be experienced on the big screen of The Ware Center. The theatrical productions Of Mice and Men on Broadway and London's Treasure Island kick off the partnership with the National Theatre's groundbreaking project National Theatre Live, which films and broadcasts live stage productions in filmic quality and detail. The only place in Lancaster County showing these productions is Steinman Hall at The Ware Center, located at 42 N. Prince Street, Lancaster. More films will be added in the Spring.

Golden Globe winner and Academy Award nominee James Franco (127 Hours, Milk) and Tony Award nominee Chris O'Dowd (Bridesmaids, Girls) star in the hit Broadway production Of Mice And Men, filmed on stage by National Theatre Live. This landmark revival of Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck's play is a powerful portrait of the American spirit and a heartbreaking testament to the bonds of friendship. Of Mice and Men is directed by Tony Award, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circles award winner Anna D. Shapiro (Broadway's August: Osage County) and features Leighton Meester (Country Strong, Gossip Girl) and Tony Award winner Jim Norton (The Seafarer). The production was nominated for two Tony Awards, including Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for Chris O'Dowd. Of Mice and Men gives audiences the chance to rediscover the moving masterpiece of the classic Great Depression-era novella. This moving Broadway show beautifully portrays Steinbeck's classic novel with the help of a starry cast including James Franco, Leighton Meester, and Chris O'Dowd. The Daily Telegraph has raved, "James Franco crackles with intensity and Chris O'Dowd is a revelation".

Of Mice and Men shows at the Ware Center on Monday, January 26 at 6 PM and Thursday, January 29 at 6 PM. This film runs 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Treasure Island, Robert Louis Stevenson's story of murder, money and mutiny, is brought to life in a thrilling new stage adaptation by Bryony Lavery filmed by the National Theatre. It will also screen at the Ware Center as part of the Film Series. It's a dark, stormy night. The stars are out. Jim, the inn-keeper's granddaughter, opens the door to a terrifying stranger. At the old sailor's feet sits a huge sea-chest, full of secrets. Jim invites him in - and her dangerous voyage begins.

Treasure Island shows at the Ware center on Wednesday, Feb 11 at 6 PM and Monday, February 16 at 6 PM. This film runs about 3 hours.

Ticket prices are $7 adults and $5 for senior citizens and students. Tickets for films can be purchased by visiting ArtsMU.com, contacting the box office (717) 871-7600, or by visiting the Ware Center.

The Arts at Millersville University are made possible by Season Partner Rodgers & Associates and Season Sponsors which include: Aussie & the Fox, Clipper Magazine, Hagelgans & Veronis, Hotel Lancaster, 12:34 MicroTechnologies, Ann B. Barshinger, Peggy Neff, Mary S. Burton & Laurent Home, Linda Holman Marcks, Mary Kearns and Jon Walker. Media Sponsors are: Fig Lancaster Magazine and Fine Living Lancaster. The film series is sponsored by Carmen & David's Creamery.