Writers' Theatre Extends Travels With My Aunt Thru 4/3

Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn Lipuma announce a one-week extension of Travels With My Aunt by Graham Greene, adapted for the stage by Giles Havergal, directed by Associate Artistic Director Stuart Carden. The production, originally slated to run through March 27, 2011, will play through April 3, 2011, at Writers' Theatre, 664 Vernon Avenue in Glencoe.

Henry Pulling, a mild-mannered retired banker, leads a quiet life tending his beloved dahlias and never straying too far from his Southwood, England home. But when his eccentric and outrageous Aunt Augusta suddenly appears in his life with mysterious information about his past, Henry is drawn from the safety of his flower beds into an exotic international adventure. Henry, Aunt Augusta and more than 25 characters are brilliantly and inventively portrayed by just four actors who switch identities, nationalities, ages and genders in this exciting theatrical escapade. Adapted from the celebrated novel by Graham Green, Travels With My Aunt takes you on an irreverent, often hilarious and absolutely unforgettable journey.

Title: Travels With My Aunt
By: Graham Greene
Adapted by: Giles Havergal
Directed by: Stuart Carden
Featuring: LaShawn Banks, Sean Fortunato, John Hoogenakker and Jeremy Sher

Dates: through April 3, 2011

Schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m.
Thursdays & Fridays: 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Sundays: 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
There are no 6:00 pm performances on March 6, 27 and April 3, 2011
Wednesday Matinees: 2:00 p.m. on March 2, 23 and 30, 2011

The following performances have been added:
Tuesday, March 29 at 7:30 pm
Wednesday, March 30 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 31 at 8:00 p.m.
Friday, April 1 at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 2 at 4:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 3 at 2:00 p.m.

Special events: Post-show discussion: every other Wednesday evening

Location: Writers' Theatre, 664 Vernon Avenue, Glencoe
Prices: Prices for all performances range from $45 - $60
Box Office: The Box Office is located at 376 Park Avenue, Glencoe;
847-242-6000; www.writerstheatre.org

ABOUT WRITERS' THEATRE
Writers' Theatre is a professional company focusing on the Word and the Artist. Remaining true to the intention of the playwright and nurturing the artist stand at the center of the mission. Now in its 19th season, the company both revives classic scripts and cultivates new works and adaptations while invigorating them with fresh energy in the intimacy of its venues. Founded in 1992, Writers' Theatre performed exclusively at Books on Vernon, 664 Vernon Avenue for the first 12 years. In the fall of 2003, the organization opened a new 108 seat performance venue at 325 Tudor Court. Today, Writers' Theatre continues to produce in both spaces, maintaining an intimate theatrical experience for audiences. Since 2000, the subscriber base has grown more than 250%, from 1,500 to more than 5,700 today. With an operating budget of $3.3 million, Writers' Theatre is supported by a staff of 18 full-time employees and a 31-member Board of Trustees.

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