Page to Stage at Handley Library

Where stories leap off the page and come alive before your eyes.

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Selah Theatre Project is proud to partner with the historic Handley Library to present Page to Stage, a series that celebrates the power of literature through the lens of live performance. This series transforms beloved books, banned titles, and community stories into unforgettable theatrical experiences.

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What to Expect

• Dramatic Readings & Adaptations
  Actors bring short stories, essays, and novels to life, giving voice and movement to the words we know so well from the page.

• Family Storytelling Events
  Special holiday or family-friendly installments where children and parents alike experience fairy tales, folklore, and classic stories performed in interactive formats.

• Spotlight on Banned & Challenged Books
  Theatre becomes a platform for free expression as we stage dramatic readings from banned and challenged works, sparking conversations about censorship, art, and the freedom to read.

• Local History & Community Voices
  Episodes dedicated to Winchester’s own stories — solo performances, historical portrayals, or community readings that highlight the rich cultural heritage preserved in the Shenandoah Valley.

Why We Do It

The library is a natural home for storytelling. By bringing theatre into Handley’s historic walls, Page to Stage honors the written word while inviting audiences to experience it in a new way — bold, immediate, and unapologetic.

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Each event is designed to be accessible, affordable, and thought-provoking, inviting the community to gather, listen, and see themselves in the stories we tell.