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  • Wed Apr 22, 2026
  • 7:00pm
  • In-Person Ticket
  • Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, 2537 Broadway
  • $19 - $54

Symphony Space / Literature

Thalia Book Club: Percival Everett, James

Against a dark purple background: headshots of authors Percival Everett and Marlon James. The paperback cover of his novel "James" appears in the center.
  • Date |
  • Time | 7pm
  • Prices | Tier 1 (with book): $50 and up
    Tier 2 (with book): $37 and up
    Tier 2 (no book): $19 and up

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Percival Everett discusses his National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize–winning novel James, a brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn told from the enslaved Jim's point of view; a story both harrowing and ferociously funny. Join us to celebrate the paperback release of a modern classic. In conversation with Marlon James (Black Leopard, Red Wolf).

All tickets $37 and up include a copy of the paperback edition of James. There will also be copies available for purchase on the night of, at the retail price.

This event includes a discussion, reading, and Q&A with the audience, but does not include a book signing.

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Peter Jay Sharp Theatre

Expected Run Time is 75 minutes

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