Whimsy: The Scot Augustson Odyssey

Bennington Performing Arts Center presents the documentary film:

"Whimsy: The Scot Augustson Odyssey"

BPAC opens its doors with a night of film and discussion! While we would love to be putting on live theatrical performance, we are taking it slowly. So join us in this first event inside the space with a showing of a film about making theater. 

"Whimsy" is a stylized and playfully constructed feature-length documentary about the life and work of Seattle's mercurial playwright, Scot Augustson. His shadow puppet theater is bawdy, whimsical and irreverent with a sense of heart. Whimsy draws the viewer into Scot's imaginative world, where they discover that self-doubt, loneliness and regret are his constant companions. "Whimsy" documents the production of Scot's shadow puppet creation "Shadow Odyssey," which was directed by BPAC Executive Director Jennifer Jasper, who is also featured in the film. It's described as "where the river Styx meets Route 66," a hilarious adaptation of Homer's Odyssey performed in a circus tent. By blending elements of magical realism and fiction, the documentary relies on non-traditional storytelling to evoke curiosity and create an atmosphere of spectacle.

(May contain adult content and language not suitable for children.)

This is an in-theater event.

You must have a pre-purchased ticket to enter the building.

Masks are mandatory, along with temperature checks upon entry.