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THEATRE: "Antigone" adapted by Bonnie Roberts from the play by Sophocles
This production will be directed by Charter Arts alum Amanda Lissette, as part of the department's Artist-in-Residence program.
ABOUT THE PLAY: The Athenian tragedy written by Sophocles in 441 BC has been adapted for a contemporary audience. With a civil war recently ended, the question on everyone’s minds is will there be peace or a new rebellion? The Chorus, who aren’t merely bystanders, but key players trying to influence the outcome, speak not only to the audience but also directly to the timeless characters of Antigone. Each chorus member argues the side of one of the characters, hoping, this time, to bring understanding and peace to the war-torn land. There are no heroes, no villains here; only individuals who have to decide whether to do what they feel is right or stay silent and safe.
This production takes place in the Charter Arts Black Box Theatre, with LIMITED SEATING. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as shows may sell out. Please check ticket line before arriving for a show. Tickets are $6-$11. This production is produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC., of Woodstock, Illinois.
Evening performances Nov. 8-11 at 7 PM
Matinee performance Nov. 12 at 2 PM
The Charter Arts Theatre Department offers a pre-professional training program for high school-aged performers. The goal is to provide students with the skills they will need to move on to competitive college programs as well as professional theatre experiences.
Classes are designed to encourage students to create imaginative and compelling characters, to regard their voices and bodies as creative instruments, to expose them to theatrical literature and to instill in them a sense of respect and professionalism for the art form that will stay with them throughout their lives.
ABOUT THE LEHIGH VALLEY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (Charter Arts):
Charter Arts is an audition-based public charter school that provides a comprehensive curriculum for high school students, grades 9-12, who have a dedicated passion for the creative and performing arts. Students major in one of seven artistic areas: dance, instrumental music, literary arts, production arts, theatre, visual arts, or vocal music.
Recently, Charter Arts was ranked #2 Best Public High School Teachers in PA and #1 Best Charter High School in PA on Niche's 2024 Best Schools in America Rankings. In addition, Charter Arts was one of only seven Lehigh Valley schools to be ranked in the Top 100 Public High Schools in PA on U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Schools in America.
To learn more about Charter Arts, prospective students and their families are encouraged to attend one of the school’s fall open house events. To find out more or to RSVP, visit www.CharterArts.org.
Charter Arts is located at 321 East 3rd Street, Bethlehem PA 18015.
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