In association with Young Audiences New York The Gallo Center & MCCA present The Literature to Life® stage presentation of The Kite Runner By Khaled Hosseini Performed by Sorab Wadia Adapted and Directed by Wynn Handman This Literature to Life award winner, adapted for the stage in 2004, features fifty minutes of verbatim performance from the first half of this best-selling contemporary novel. The adaptation 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. We meet upwards of eight characters, each fully realized by this virtuosic performer. Surrounded by a pre- and post-show interactive discussion the audience will explore themes including redemption and class systems. Contact : Gallo Center Phone : 209-338-2100 Email : Web Site : galloarts.org