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“Great Expectations” on the Silver Screen

Like many of Dickens’ works, Great Expectations shares a rich tradition of adaptations on the silver screen.

The Costumes of “Great Expectations”

A look at the costume renderings for Great Expectations designed by Ron Erickson.

Estella, Act II

Miss Havisham, Act I

Estella

Pip, Act II

Pumblechook

Pip, Act I

Biddy, Act I

ABOUT THE COSTUME DESIGNERRon Erickson had the privilege of designing the costumes for Book-It Repertory Theatre’s original production of Great Expectations, and ...

Coming of Age in “Great Expectations”

By PCS Literary Manager Benjamin Fainstein

English culture underwent rapid change in the mid-eighteenth century. People of all economic classes flocked to cities like London in the wake of the period’s industrial progress. This process of urbanization gave rise to an entrepreneurial middle class with enough ...

An Interview with Director Jane Jones

Jane Jones, the founder and co-artistic director of Seattle's Book-It Repertory Theatre, is currently in Portland to direct Great Expectations for Portland Center Stage. Jane worked closely with adapter Lucinda Stroud to develop this adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel, which had its world premiere ...

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Perspectives series for "Forever" and "Each and Every Thing"

February 16 & 23, March 1 & 8 in the Ellyn Bye Studio
Immediately following the 7:30 p.m. performance

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Rise of the phone zombies: What we lose when technology gives us everything

Salon’s Andrew Leonard speaks with Each and Every Thing playwright and performer Dan Hoyle.

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Dael Orlandersmith Is a Poet of Life’s Complexity

American Theater Magazine’s Stuart Miller sat down with Forever playwright and performer Dael Orlandersmith.

Preview image for Perspectives series for "Forever" and "Each and Every Thing"

Perspectives series for "Forever" and "Each and Every Thing"

February 16 & 23, March 1 & 8 in the Ellyn Bye Studio
Immediately following the 7:30 p.m. performance

Reviews of "The Santaland Diaries"

A Holiday Must-See"If you aren’t familiar with David Sedaris’ work, then The Santaland Diaries is a perfect introduction to his humorous work. And if you are a fan of David Sedaris’ work, then you know this is a must-see cult classic for the holiday season ...

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Thoughts on Ain’t Misbehavin’ from the Director

Hear from Director Chris Coleman on his zest for Fats Waller’s music and the Harlem Renaissance.

Reviews of "Ain't Misbehavin'"

Ain’t Misbehavin’ goes big and brash and rocks the house.” Find out what people are saying about Ain’t Misbehavin’!

Reviews of "Sex with Strangers"

“A titillating treat for grown-ups on date nights” —Find out what the critics are saying about Sex with Strangers.

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