Seattle Rep presents ISLANDER, conceived and directed by Amy Draper, with book by Stewart Melton and music & lyrics by Finn Anderson, from October 20 to November 19, 2023. Librarians at Seattle Public Library created this list of books, films and music to enhance your experience of the show.
The sea in music
Hear a comprehensive presentation of classical music inspired by the sea's power, mystery, rhythm, and movement.
Format: Music CD
Availability: Available
View The sea in musicSong of the Sea
Whimsical and bittersweet, this stunningly animated film about a family touched by the magic of the sea is a treat for all ages.
Format: DVD
Availability: Available
View Song of the SeaWhale Rider
This drama focuses on a young Māori girl whose courage and a spiritual connection to the ocean helps her struggling community balance tradition with change.
Format: Streaming Video
View Whale RiderWomen on Nature
"An entertaining and eclectic anthology of nature writing by women about the ‘East Atlantic archipelago’ or British Isles...For readers in search of a new take on the genre, this is a great place to start."- Publisher's Weekly
Format: Book
Availability: Available
View Women on NatureSeattle Rep's ISLANDER website
Myth and reality collide when the tide washes a mysterious stranger onto the shore of Eilidh’s lonely island, changing her life forever. Join us for a musical showcase of epic storytelling, intimately staged with a contemporary Scottish folk-inspired score. Two actors embody a host of characters while weaving, building, and layering their voices using live looping technology. This internationally acclaimed hit will create an expansive, ethereal soundscape for the ears and imagination as Seattle Rep kicks off the North American Tour.
View Seattle Rep's ISLANDER website