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Book of Liv's: A One Woman Show Featuring Marie Gillespie

May 1, 2025 @ 7:00pm

Marie Gillespie

Discover the captivating life of award-winning Norwegian actor, director, and humanitarian Liv Ullmann through Book of Liv's, a moving one-woman show performed by Marie Gillespie. Delve into Ullmann's memoirs Changing and Choices from a deeply personal and reflective perspective that transcends biography. In this poignant and vivid performance, Liv is under pressure from her publishers to finish her book. Journey through her memories that span an iconic career ranging from a Golden Globe award-winning performance in The Emmigrants to her collaboration with Ingmar Bergman to her work as Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF. Come reveal the heart behind the legend in this unique theatrical experience, and get your tickets now!




About the performer:

Marie is a lifelong teacher of Voice, Communication, Theater and English. She has worked with all ages in a variety of contexts and places around the country including at Lyons Township High School, Columbia College Chicago, College of DuPage, Northeastern Illinois University, Montclair State College, Iona College and Seton Hall University. Other highlights include directing and acting, operating her own arts education business called Theatre Connection, and founding and serving as Artistic Director for No Name Players in Downers Grove. Marie has a BA Degree in Speech/Theater Education from St. Olaf College and her MFA in Acting from the University of Southern California.

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