The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents a literary adaptation withdrama and comedy of “Treasure Island,” May 21-May 24, the classic adventure tale by Robert Louis Stevenson and adapted by Todd Espeland, as its next student production.

Treasure Island is a swashbuckling coming-of-age story, following the quest of the young Jim Hawkins to find and secure the hidden treasure of the infamous Captain Flint.

Treasure Island is based on the serialized story written by Robert Louis Stevenson between 1881 and 1882. It defined pirates as we know them today, introducing the wooden leg, shoulder-perched parrot, and a treasure map marked with an “X”. It has been adapted countless times for various media, and has become a beloved favorite for many the world over, a news release stated.

Director Steve Smith, says of the production in the news release, “Treasure Island is a perfect show for an ambitious theatre school like ours. In only four weeks of rehearsal, our cast have built characters with unique voices, accents, and bold physical choices, plus learned some swashbuckling stage combat!”

Assistant Student Stage Manager Emma Wright added in the news release: “Pirate shows have a special place in my heart due to their whimsical stories and blunt humor… Seeing the young student actors grow and develop through this production has brought me lots of joy!”

Featured in the cast are Pippa Diaz, Encinitas; Kiera Hewitt, Carlsbad; Koji Hinderliter, Hillcrest; Theodora Hoyle, Del Mar; Kaia Rae Minasian, Rancho Santa Fe; Gaby Neira, Carmel Valley; Alice Price, Carlsbad; Ruby Reid, Escondido; Maya Rosenberg, Del Mar; Nicole Sample, Encinitas; Harper Smith, Encinitas; Genvieve Tai, San Elijo Hills; Phoebe Thomas, San Marcos; Maeve Zavattero, Carlsbad.

Performances are May 21 through May 24 on North Coast RepertoryTheatre’s MainStage: 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite D, Solana Beach, withshow times at 5:30 p.m. May 21, 22, and 23, and 2 p.m. May 23 and May 24.Ticket prices are regularly $25 for adults and $12 for students. Call the box office toreserve your tickets today: 858-481-1055 or go online at www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org

Additional production staff include Sound Designer Natalia Demko; Stage Manager Benedict Heaps; Lighting Designer Liam Sullivan; Student Assistant Director Isabella Podesta.