In partnership with Hampton Public Libraries, Hampton Arts is excited to announce Adaptation:  A Book to Film Society, where participants (ages 15+) explore how stories are adapted from page to screen.

Participants will read chosen books on their own (hard-copies and digital access available through reservation at Hampton Public Libraries; or you may read your own copy). After reading the book, participants will join a virtual watch party via Zoom followed by a group discussion.

Discussion topics include:

• the art of how some great books are adapted into even greater films
• why some best-sellers fail in their film adaptation
• discovering how stories come to life in new ways through:
  • the words of authors and screenwriters
  • a director’s vision
  • an actor’s interpretation
  • our own imaginations and perception

Our first book/film will be William Goldman’s “The Princess Bride.” Register by October 12 for the October 26 film watch party!

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Society will temporarily meet online. Thereafter, activities will resume at The American Theatre (125 East Mellen Street).

Become a Charter Member of the Society now! Registration is open until the first Monday of the month.

DATES:         

October 12 (DEADLINE EXTENDED) – Online Registration Due (Active Net, $20 Monthly Fee)

October 12 – Libraries to hold book reservations through this date (optional)

October 19 – Reading Discussion (6:00PM-8:30PM)

October 26 – Movie Viewing and Discussion (6:00PM-8:30PM) (November's book is chosen)