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The Twilight Zone

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The Twilight Zone transports audiences to a dimension between light and shadow, merging science and superstition, fear and knowledge. Adapted by Anne Washburn and brought to life under the direction of Olivier Award-winner Richard Jones, this premiere stage production reimagines the iconic CBS television series. Through a blend of stage magic and fantasy, ordinary moments transform into extraordinary experiences, weaving stories from eight classic episodes into a seamless theatrical celebration.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This theatrical adaptation is ideal for enthusiasts of classic science fiction television, fans of innovative theatre, and those interested in imaginative storytelling that reflects on societal themes. Its blend of nostalgia and modern-day relevance offers appeal to a broad spectrum of arts and culture audiences.

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Anne Washburn (Mr Burns) adapts The Twilight Zone for the stage for the first time in its history. Or its present. Or its future.

Anne Washburn (Mr Burns) adapts The Twilight Zone for the stage for the first time in its history. Or its present. Or its future.

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Between light and shadow, science and superstition, fear and knowledge is a dimension of imagination. An area we call The Twilight Zone.

Adapted by Anne Washburn (Mr Burns) and directed by Olivier Award-winner Richard Jones, this world premiere production of the acclaimed CBS Television Series The Twilight Zone lands on stage for the first time in its history. Or its present. Or its future.

Stage magic and fantasy unite as the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

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The adaptation has been praised for its energy and ambition, delighting both fans of the original series and newcomers alike, as noted by the Evening Standard. Reviewers highlight its playful homage to the original, exploring the power of imagination and storytelling in science fiction, according to The Stage. Additionally, Time Out commends its winning mix of sci-fi kitsch and smart contemporary commentary, especially praising a reworking of the episode "The Bunker" as a standout.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350374300

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Methuen Drama

Contributors:

  • Adapted by Anne Washburn

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 120g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Anne Washburn's plays include Mr, Burns, The Ladies, I Have Loved Strangers, The Communist Dracula Pageant and transadaptations of of Euripides' Orestes and Iphigenia in Aulis. Her plays have been produced in the US, and internationally. She is an associated artist with Obie award winning groups 13P, The Civilians and New Georges, and is a member of New Dramatists.

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