Portland Actors Conservatory to Present Modern Riff on The Scarlet Letter, IN THE BLOOD

Pulitzer Prize- and Obie Award-winning writer Suzan-Lori Parks (Topdog/Underdog) has written a haunting adaptation on Nathaniel Hawthorne's famed novel The Scarlet Letter.

The main character of In the Blood is Hester La Negrita, a mother of five "illegitimate" children who dreams of finding beauty and love for her family. Desperate to break out of the cycle of poverty, homelessness and helplessness, Hester struggles to defy the odds, as she runs into a series of harsh and unexpected obstacles.

Don't miss the Portland Actors Conservatory production of Susan-Lori Parks' In the Blood directed by Victor Mack.

In the Blood runs February 10-26, Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm. All performances take place at Portland Actors Conservatory's Firehouse Theatre, located at 1436 SW Montgomery St., Portland, Ore., 97201. This show contains strong language and sexual content. It is recommended for ages 15 and older.

Tickets are available online at www.pac.edu or by calling (503) 274-1717. Ticket prices range from $5-$18. As part of Portland Actors Conservatory's Arts Accessibility Initiative deep discounts are available to students, seniors, educators and artists.

Since 1985, Portland Actors Conservatory has provided the highest standard in actor training in the Pacific Northwest. As one of only a few stand-alone schools accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, students from across the country vie for a coveted seat in the program. Producing Artistic Director Beth Harper Leads the faculty of distinguished theatre professionals as they train students for professional careers in theatre and film. The Conservatory is located near Portland's City Center in the historic Firehouse Theatre. Portland Actors Conservatory also offers a variety of programs and involvement opportunities for theatre lovers of any age and experience level.

Photo Credit: Owen Carey