Book Club

In partnership with Townie Books, Firebird presents Jimmy’s Book Club! Resident book enthusiast Jimmy Utley leads a monthly discussion of plays that have had an impact not only on the theatrical world, but the social world as well. Emphasis will be placed on variety, with classic and contemporary selections, authors with varied backgrounds, interesting thematic concepts, different genres, etc. You can pick up a copy of the month’s selection at Townie Books, give it a good read, and then come to Jimmy’s discussion for a fun and fascinating conversation about these amazing plays and playwrights.

October’s selection will be Lucas Hnath’s spooky play titled The Thin Place.

Details below:

October 2024 Firebird Book Club
Tuesday, Oct. 15th, 6:30pm
Townie Books (414 Elk Ave. in Crested Butte)
October’s selection will be:
The Thin Place
by Lucas Hnath
approx. time to read: 60-90 mins

Lucas Hnath’s The Thin Place follows Hilda, a young woman whose grandma tries to teach her telepathic communication in hopes that she can one day send her messages from beyond the grave. After Hilda grows up and her grandma passes away, Hilda befriends Linda, a professional psychic. Although Linda reveals that she is a con-woman who only does cold readings, Hilda continues to believe that the barrier between the living and the dead can be crossed. Appropriate for the Halloween season, The Thin Place features an eerie conclusion that will haunt you long after the play is over. 

Mark your calendars, grab a copy of the play at Townie’s, give it a read and come on the 15th for some fascinating discussion!