When you hear the name Agatha Christie, you immediately think of whodunnits. Christie has become a legend in the genre for her captivating plots, iconic characters, and just enough clues to make the audience think they have solved the mystery right before serving an unforgettable plot twist.
We spoke with Resident Acting Company member Elizabeth Bunch to reflect on her time at the Alley Theatre, specifically her journey throughout our Summer Chills productions.
It’s a familiar formula: in the wake of its success, a great work of theatre is adapted for the screen.
It’s a familiar formula: in the wake of its success, a great work of theatre is adapted for the screen.
Thornton Wilder’s The Emporium, completed by Kirk Lynn, is a portrayal of one man’s journey to obtain employment at the eponymous department store. It is interesting to consider the rise of department stores and how their economic and cultural growth in America aligns perfectly with the journey of the main character, John.
The excitement is building! You’ve got your tickets, your outfit is on point, and you’re ready for a night of captivating theatre. But before the curtain rises, there’s a whole world waiting for you in the theatre lobby. Don’t just stand there waiting – use that pre-show time to elevate your entire experience. Here’s what you can do to make the most of those precious moments before the show begins:
If you enjoyed the specialty cocktail for The Emporium, here is your chance to make it yourself at home.
This Spring, Alley Theatre will be presenting the first-ever production of an unfinished play by renowned American dramatist Thornton Wilder. But what does it mean to present an unfinished play? How is it possible that nearly 50 years after Wilder’s death, The Emporium will finally appear before an audience?
Welcome to The Wendice Flat. Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let’s talk about MURDER.
Painting the Paneled Wall Mural for John Coyne’s Scenic Design for Jane Eyre was a fun and challenging project that required a unique combination of techniques.
