Dyer resident brings 'C.S. Lewis On Stage' to Region

The show "C.S. Lewis On Stage" will be presented Feb. 17 and 18 at Theatre at the Center in Munster. The production is being presented in partnership with Provision Theater Compan and Theatre at the Center.

Gregory, who is founding artistic director of Provision Theater Company, said he's seen shows at Theatre at the Center and is pleased with the venue, its quality and the people he's working with there.

The show, which was performed back in 2012 in Chicago, is being presented for the first time in Northwest Indiana.

"C.S. Lewis On Stage" is based on the writings of C.S. Lewis and was adapted by Tom Key. It's directed by Gregory. Bradley Armacost will star in the one-man show.

"Much of it is Lewis' own writing and you can't go wrong with that," Gregory said. He added Lewis wrote in a variety of genres throughout his life.

The show, Gregory said, also "delves into Lewis' personal life." It allows people to get a better understanding of "why Lewis wrote what he did,"Gregory said.

Provision Theater Company is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Gregory said the company's mission is to produce works of "hope, reconciliation and redemption."

Theater fans will have the opportunity to catch one of three performances in Munster. The show will be presented at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 and 3 p.m. Feb. 18.

The production mixes Lewis' literature and conversations with the audience to present a show which offers a look at the author who wrote "The Chronicles of Narnia" and "The Screwtape Letters." Lewis, a British author, is also known for his non-fiction Christian writings. He is also the author of "The Space Trilogy."

FYI: C.S. Lewis On Stage" will be presented at 2 and 7:30 p.m Feb. 17 and 3 p.m. Feb. 18 at Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, in Munster.  Tickets range from $25 to $30. For tickets and more information, call 219-836-3255 or visit theatreatthecenter.com. (Tickets are $25 for groups of 13 or more.)