Photo Flash: Network Theatre's CHRISTMAS CAROL'D

Learn the creative process and get a glimpse behind the scenes of Performance Network Theatre's production of Joseph Zettelmaier's CHRISTMAS CAROL'D, an adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic. The Behind the Scenes event will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 4:15pm, following the 2pm matinee performance.

Enjoy an in-depth discussion with the show's director, David Wolber; playwright, Joseph Zettelmaier; Set and Costumes Designer, Monika Essen and members of the cast. Learn about the "page to stage" process, hear the playwright's accounts of adapting a famous  tale, experience the critical moments in the production and get an opportunity to ask your questions!

Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with a suggested donation of $10. They can be ordered at the Performance Network Theatre Box Office at 734.663.0681, online at www.performancenetwork.org or by coming to the Performance Network Theatre (120 East Huron St., Ann Arbor) Monday-Saturday 11-6 or one hour before a performance.  Tickets for the 2pm matinee on the 20th are not necessary in order to attend the Behind the Scenes event.

CHRISTMAS CAROL'D presents a cool take on a classic tale as five masterful actors take the audience on a journey of imagination to the heart of a beloved classic. This fresh, new holiday comedy, filled with music and laughter, will reconnect families with the magic of the season. See the show that critics are calling "Delightful …pleasurable…powerful" and "closer to [Dickens'] original vision than most adaptations dare to even try."

Founded in 1981, Performance Network Theatre has grown from a fledgling company to Ann Arbor's only resident, professional theatre. The Network reaches 40,000 theatre patrons and children each year through the year-round Professional Series and the Children's Theatre Network. Performance Network also presents the Fireside Festival of New Works and a series of classes on theatre-related topics. The Network provides uncompromising artistic leadership in the region and produces works that engage, challenge and inspire audiences and artists.

Photo credit: Peter Smith

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