Williamston Theatre and Capital Area District Library are partnering to host a discussion series based on theatrical scripts of shows being produced by the Williamston Theatre!

This will be similar to a book club, where participants read the play before the discussion and then come together with members of the production team to share their thoughts. These discussion groups will take place before the show is on the Williamston Theatre stage so participants can attend and experience the full journey from page to stage.

We'll be having discussions on the first three plays on our schedule for 2023 – Wild Horses by Allison Gregory, Mrs. Harrison by R. Eric Thomas, and Alabaster by Audrey Cefaly. A limited number of copies of the scripts will be available to borrow from the Capital Area District Library. There will be a discussion date for each play. Williamston Theatre will bring in theater professionals involved in the production to lead the discussion of the play. Participants will receive a discount on tickets, should they decide to attend a performance.

Click here to download a one-page guide on how to read a play.

Wild Horses
by Allison Gregory
Discussion Date: Tuesday, January 10 at 1pm
Location: CADL Williamston Branch, 3845 Vanneter Road, Williamston
Discussion leaders: Mary Job, Director of Wild Horses at the Williamston Theatre, and Tony Caselli, Artistic Director of the Williamston Theatre
Script: Copies of the Wild Horses script are available to borrow through the Williamston branch of the Capital Area District Library. Please call them at 517-655-1191 to arrange for them to hold a copy for you.

Mrs. Harrison
by R. Eric Thomas
Discussion Date: Tuesday, March 14 at 1pm
Location: CADL Williamston Branch, 3845 Vanneter Road, Williamston
Discussion leaders: Jasmine Rivera, Director of Mrs. Harrison at the Williamston Theatre, and Tony Caselli, Artistic Director of the Williamston Theatre
Script: Copies of the Mrs. Harrison script are available to borrow through the Williamston branch of the Capital Area District Library. Please call them at 517-655-1191 to arrange for them to hold a copy for you.

Alabaster
by Audrey Cephaly
Discussion Date: Tuesday, May 9 at 1pm
Location: CADL Williamston Branch, 3845 Vanneter Road, Williamston
Discussion leader: Tony Caselli, Artistic Director of the Williamston Theatre and Director of Alabaster
Script: Copies of the Alabaster script are available to borrow through the Williamston branch of the Capital Area District Library. Please call them at 517-655-1191 to arrange for them to hold a copy for you.

There is no sign-up or RSVP for any discussion group, just read the play and join in!