PARTS UNKNOWN is a free play reading series showcasing new plays and plays in translation from around the world, including works by writers unfamiliar to U.S. audiences.
VTC is proud to partner with the 53rd Street Branch of the New York Public Library to present the Parts Unknown series in their newly opened atrium.

From the U.S.

Wednesday, August 15  7:30 PM
–Talkback immediately following the reading–

THE SONGBIRD
A Flight of Fancy

Book, Music & Lyrics by Dayna Webber and Joshua Chaplin
Directed by Susanna Frazer

With Brandi Thompson, Antonevia Ocho-Coultes, Emmanuel Elpenord, Dayna Webber, Jeff Scherer, Rachel Scherer
Costume Design by Peri Grabin Leong
Stage Management by Kelli McGurk
In this delightful and charming fairytale musical, a magical songbird discovers a kingdom where all memory of music has been stolen by an evil sorcerer. The songbird is enlisted by a local witch to oust the power-hungry warlock and bring music back to the realm.

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Seating is limited, so please RSVP.

New York Public Library
18 W 53rd St (btw 5th and 6th Aves)

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PARTS UNKNOWN Play Reading Series is made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement, supported by New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and administered by Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.