For Immediate Release: October 5, 2005
Media Contact: Kelly Connor, for Luna Theater Company, 856.223.9567

Luna Theater Company opens their fourth season with the Philadelphia premiere of an adaptation of Henry James' classic horror tale, The Turn of the Screw, as adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher. Featuring Barrymore Award Winner Lenny Haas and the talented Kate Hurster, this show offers audiences an intense night of theatre not to be missed!

The Turn of the Screw, which will be performed at the Walnut Street Theatre's Studio 5 located at 825 Walnut Street in Philadelphia, previews October 19th and 20th, opens October 21st and runs through November 13th, 2005. Tickets range from $15 to $25 and can be purchased by calling Luna Theater Company's Box Office at (215) 704-0033 or by visiting www.LunaTheater.org. Media interviews and digital photos available by request.

Story Summary
Adapted from Henry James' chilling novel, The Turn of the Screw delves into the mind of a young governess as she attempts to care for two children with evil in their past. When the mystery surrounding the children is revealed, the governess finds herself haunted and seduced by servants from the past. Or is it all a product of her fevered imagination? This psychological thriller is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Already gaining a reputation in the Greater Philadelphia region for reviving classic and modern plays, the company will conclude its 2005 -2006 season with Lanford Wilson's Burn This and John Pielmeier's Agnes of God. Funding for the 2005-2006 season was provided in part from the New Jersey State Council for the Arts, Gloucester County Cultural & Heritage Commission and the Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

About the Luna Theater Company
Founded in 2002, the Luna Theater Company is a professional theater company dedicated to presenting thought-provoking works by contemporary and classical playwrights to audiences in both Philadelphia and South Jersey. By producing intense drama that crosses cultural, ethnic and social lines, Luna seeks to attract open-minded theatergoers by delivering performances that are challenging, educational and entertaining. Luna Theater Company is the only professional theater company based in South Jersey and Philadelphia and is a member of the Theater Alliance of Greater Philadelphia. For more information on Luna Theater and its upcoming performances, please visit www.LunaTheater.org.

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