Author and historian Philippa Gregory

We are delighted to announce that our friends at Rakestraw Books will present “An Evening with Philippa Gregory,” a special literary event to benefit both California Shakespeare Theater and Wardrobe for Opportunity.

The evening’s guest of honor, historian and bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl, Philippa Gregory, will be talking about her new books: a novel, The Lady of the Rivers, and a work of nonfiction, The Women of the Cousins’ War. Gregory will also take questions from the audience and sign books for attendees. The evening’s festivities will include a special display of “costumes” lent by both Cal Shakes and Wardrobe, titled “Dressing for Success!”

WHEN: Wednesday, October 26, 7pm

WHERE: Diablo Country Club, 1700 Clubhouse Rd, Diablo

TICKETS: $40 each, including a copy of either The Lady of the Rivers or The Women of the Cousins’ War. To purchase tickets, please call Rakestraw Books at 925.837.7337.

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