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An allegorical tale leads us on the journey of the human spirit in its quest for truth. Based on a 12th century Persian poem, adapted by JeanClaude Carriere and Peter Brook. Familyfriendly entertainment.

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By Key City Players

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An allegorical tale leads us on the journey of the human spirit in its quest for truth.

Adapted by Jean-Claude Carriere & Peter Brook

Based on a 12th-century Persian poem
by Farid ud-Din Attar

Directed by Marc Weinblatt

First Thursday (April 24) is "pay-what-you-wish" night — Sponsored by the Port Townsend Arts Commission.

Second Saturday (April 26) is a pre-show wine and cheese reception with the director and artistic director — $20. Attendance is limited; call 360-379-0195 for reservations.

Brunch on the Set: Dine with actors from the show! Our signature brunch is served on the set the Sunday morning after the show closes (May 11 at 11:00 am.) Cost: $50 per brunch. Attendance is limited; call 360-379-0195 for reservations.

The Conference of the Birds is sponsored by Belltower Art.

REVIEWS & PREVIEWS

User-Submitted Reviews

Kitsap Sun Review by Michael C. Moore Tuesday, April 29, 2008 [D]irector Marc Wineblatt\'s rich and utterly satisfying production ... is one gorgeous, mind-bending and moving ride. (read article) Port Townsend-Jefferson County Leader Review by Kathie Meyer, Arts Editor Thursday, April 24, 2008 Not everyone will agree on what \'just happened\' upon emerging from the theater, but everyone should find something personal to take away... (read article) SeattleActor.com Review by Jerry Kraft Thursday, April 24, 2008 [T]he quality of this work stands up to any of the smaller theatres (and many productions at the majors) in the City. (read article)

average rating: - from 1 reviewer Read complete reviews Write a review “The Conference of the Birds”, inspired by an epic Persian poem by Farid Ud-din Attar long before being transformed into theatre by Peter Brook and hi ... -Steve Treacy April 20, 2008, 2:02 pm

COMPLETE SCHEDULE

  Friday, April 18, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Sunday, April 20, 2008 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
  Thursday, April 24, 2008 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
  Friday, April 25, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
  Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
  Friday, May 2, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Sunday, May 4, 2008 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
  Thursday, May 8, 2008 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
  Friday, May 9, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm

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