Anne Hering News

Described by Stephen King as 'the quintessential ghost story,' The Turn of the Screw was originally published in serialized form and eventually became one of James' most famous works. James added a new spin to the traditional ghost story by writing it entirely from the governess' perspective, leaving the reader to interpret her account's accuracy and truthfulness. More than a century later, critical debate rages on over the nature of the ghosts, the complicity of the children, and the sanity of the governess.

The play, for ages 5 and up, follows the story lines of three of Henkes' much loved books, Chester's Way, Julius, Baby of the World, and Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse. 'Lilly and her friends are charismatic personalities, and kids can easily relate to those characters and the events that occur throughout the play,' says Anne Hering, Orlando Shakes Director of Education. 'Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse focuses on lessons about family, friendship, behavior, responsibility, forgiveness, learning from mistakes, and it celebrates the power of imagination.'

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF continues its Theater for Young Audiences Series with Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, a stage adaptation of the popular children's books by Kevin Henkes.

Described by Stephen King as 'the quintessential ghost story,' The Turn of the Screw was originally published in serialized form and eventually became one of James' most famous works. James added a new spin to the traditional ghost story by writing it entirely from the governess' perspective, leaving the reader to interpret her account's accuracy and truthfulness. More than a century later, critical debate rages on over the nature of the ghosts, the complicity of the children, and the sanity of the governess.

The play, for ages 5 and up, follows the story lines of three of Henkes' much loved books, Chester's Way, Julius, Baby of the World, and Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse. 'Lilly and her friends are charismatic personalities, and kids can easily relate to those characters and the events that occur throughout the play,' says Anne Hering, Orlando Shakes Director of Education. 'Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse focuses on lessons about family, friendship, behavior, responsibility, forgiveness, learning from mistakes, and it celebrates the power of imagination.'

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF continues its Theater for Young Audiences Series with Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, a stage adaptation of the popular children's books by Kevin Henkes.

The Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF to announced its fall session of classes for youth and adults as well as exciting new events including an Education Open House, a Career in the Arts Panel, and a film & TV workshop with one of the Southeast's most respected actors and sought after acting coaches, Rus Blackwell.

The Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is thrilled to announce its fall session of classes for youth and adults as well as exciting new events including an Education Open House, a Career in the Arts Panel, and a film & TV workshop with one of the Southeast's most respected actors and sought after acting coaches, Rus Blackwell.

Described by Stephen King as 'the quintessential ghost story,' The Turn of the Screw was originally published in serialized form and eventually became one of James' most famous works. James added a new spin to the traditional ghost story by writing it entirely from the governess' perspective, leaving the reader to interpret her account's accuracy and truthfulness. More than a century later, critical debate rages on over the nature of the ghosts, the complicity of the children, and the sanity of the governess.