What is bravery? How can one person make a difference? These are a few of the questions this Newbery Medal award-winning novel, “Number the Stars,” asks its readers and now its audience.  For the first time on Grand Rapids Civic Theatre’s stage, this powerful story of a young Christian girl’s willingness to risk her life to save her Jewish friend is told. Set in Copenhagen, Denmark, during World War II, the story reflects our world’s dark history in an effort to remind us all, good and light continues to be found.

Taking its name, “Number the Stars,” from Psalm 147.4, the story is rich with symbolism as it weaves together themes of bravery and family to demonstrate the power of small acts of heroism.  “A popular novel in many middle and high schools, seeing the page transform to the stage will be a moving experience” said Civic Director of Community Relations Nancy Brozek.  “Our purpose is to produce plays that create conversations in our community, this production is certain to open dialog between children and their parents”.

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre presents “Number the Stars” Oct. 12 – 21 at its theater, 30 N. Division Ave. Tickets are $12 for students and $18 for adults. A special Community Night performance is scheduled for October 18, at 7:30 PM, with all seats only $6.  For more information or to purchase tickets, visit grct.org.