BIrdy at Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
Dates: 2/27/2019 - 3/17/2019
Carling-Sorenson Theater at Babson College, 231 Forest Street
Wellesley, MA 02457
Phone: 781-239-5880
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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.
Ages: Contains adult language and brief nudity. Sensibilities vary from person to person. Parents know their child’s sensibilities and maturity best.
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Ages: Contains adult language and brief nudity. Sensibilities vary from person to person. Parents know their child’s sensibilities and maturity best.
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Carling-Sorenson Theater at Babson College, 231 Forest Street
Wellesley, MA 02457
Phone: 781-239-5880
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