The Bookstore – A comedy by Adam Szymkowicz

Eastern Oregon Regional Theatre is presenting a comedy called ‘The Bookstore’, a play by Adam Szymkowicz.

The future of a whimsical, almost magical bookstore is uncertain after the owner dies and leaves the shop to her niece Rachel. Rachel has a job in New York City that doesn’t pay her enough and a fiancé that won’t stop calling. She doesn’t have the time or patience to run a bookstore, so when real estate magnate Max Brewer offers her more money than she can imagine to turn the store into an apartment complex, her choice seems like a no-brainer. But as the shop works its magic on her and she gets to know the eccentric employees and clientele, she starts to wonder: Can you really put a price on a beloved community bookstore?

The play opens Friday, April 11, and runs through the 13th, then again April 25-27. Showtimes are 6 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m., Sundays, the 2101 Main Street, Baker City.

26 characters are played by a cast of only 10 actors.

“It’s a crazy comedy with lots of different characters,” said Peri Wood, director of the production.

Regular ticket prices are $13 for adults, $11 for members, and $5 for students. Purchase tickets in advance at easternoregonregionaltheatre.com, by calling 531-523-9652, or at the door.