THESE BIRDS Comes to Theater Alaska in January

Theater Alaska is set to present These Birds: Stories of Living and Dying, an interview-based play by Merry Ellefson that explores death, compassion and community through first-hand stories gathered from Juneau residents. The production, which the company says was inspired by conversations with residents of “every age and walk of life,” runs Jan. 29 through Feb. 15, 2026.

Theater Alaska described the piece as an opportunity for audiences to “discover compassion, courage, and community in the face of life’s final mystery,” and noted that the production is supported in part by the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council and the City and Borough of Juneau. Merry Ellefson is credited as co-creator and playwright, with Ryan Conarro directing.