The Kite Runner coming to Bushnell stage this month

On Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m., The Bushnell, in collaboration with New York City's American Place Theatre, will present a theatrical adaptation of the book The Kite Runner, written by Khaled Hosseini. This Literature to Life award-winner, adapted for the stage in 2004, features 50 minutes of verbatim performance from the first half of this best selling contemporary novel — upwards of eight characters brought to life by the virtuosic performance of a single actor. The Kite Runner is a part of The Bushnell's Literature to Life series, sponsored by Aetna. Tickets for The Kite Runner are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting The Bushnell Box Office as listed below. Tickets are $33. Please note that listed prices do not include applicable fees. This adaptation of The Kite Runner mirrors the original short story written by the author and utilizes original Afghani music as a backdrop for the performance. A favorite on the national educational circuit, The Kite Runner has played in communities from California to Massachusetts. Through the eyes of the young protagonist, Amir, the actor takes us on a heartbreaking journey of friendship and betrayal in a society of severe class division. The evening will include both a pre and post show interactive discussion where the audience will explore themes like redemption and class systems. About The Bushnell The Bushnell is Connecticut's premier performing arts center, hosting more than 350 events yearly, including major Broadway tours, symphony orchestras, family presentations, local arts and community events. The Bushnell is home to two theaters- the historic 2,800-seat Mortensen Hall, and the 907-seat Belding Theater, a state-of-the-art performance hall that opened in 2001. The Bushnell opened in January 1930 and is a not-for-profit organization that is proud to serve Connecticut and its citizens. For more information, call The Bushnell at (860) 987-6000, The Bushnell Box Office at (860) 987-5900 or visit the Web site bushnell.org. —courtesy of The Bushnell