Adapted by Naomi Wallace from the novel by William WhartonDirected by Steven MalerFeaturing Steven Barkhimer*, Maxim Chumov, Spencer Hamp*, James Ricardo Milord*, Will Taylor*, and Keith White*.*denotes member Actors' Equity AssociationIn a Philadelphia suburb before World War II, Birdy, a very smart young man, spends his time collecting pigeons and canaries for his aviary. His best friend, Al, has more earthly interests like sports and girls, but is attracted to Birdys eccentricity, intelligence and commitment to his birds. But after both young men return from the war, they are forced to deal with the trauma of their experiences, both physical and psychological.Birdy examines the effects of war on young lives, a topic that is just as relevant today as it was decades ago. The story also offers hope in the possibility of powerful friendships to heal the psychological wounds of war after the physical wounds have healed.Contains adult language and brief nudity.
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Jonathan Larson's RENT
The Historic Highfield Theater (12/12 - 12/21)
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Stereophonic
Emerson Colonial Theatre (3/10 - 3/15) | |
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A Christmas Carol
North Shore Music Theatre (12/4 - 12/21) | |
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Shit-faced Shakespeare®: Hamlet
The Rockwell (11/28 - 2/14) | |
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The Gin Game
Endicott College (1/9 - 1/11) | |
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The Music of Queen
Emerson Colonial Theatre (3/7 - 3/7) | |
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A Seraphim Christmas, Newton Centre, 21 December 2025
Trinity Parish of Newton Centre (12/21 - 12/21) | |
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Let's Celebrate
BCA Plaza (1/10 - 1/11) | |
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