The Phoenix Readersis a volunteer readers' theatre company comprised of individuals aged 55 and older. Phoenix readers is and endeavor under the St. Thomas Players umbrella; the group is led by Jim Epperson, Catawba College professor emeritus of theatre arts. The Phoenix Readers performs in various venues from senior centers to libraries and more! Please contact the center if you would like to secure The Phoenix Readers for a performance with your group or organization.
Phoenix Readers' Cast Members:
Nick Bishop
Julie Cline
Mike Cline
Kate Davis
Ray Davies
Buddy Farnan
Karl Hales
Rebekah Hardison
Linda Jones
Lori VanWallendael
Becky Porter
Shawn VanWallendael
Readers theatre has been often called "theatre of the mind," a medium in which performers conjure a rich, sensory experience for the audience. The acting style is a fusion of acting and reading, and the scripts are created from a variety of literature: plays, novels, short stories, letters, songs, and poems.
The performance is primarily stationary, with readers seated on stools, chairs, or boxes and scripts held in their hands or placed on lecterns. Physical movement is mostly suggested; scenery and costumes are only selectively implied.
Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of this exciting endeavor!
If you would like to book the Phoenix readers for your group, please email us at info@faithart.org