Fully student-run production of “Birds of Paradise” will have its closing weekend

Fully student-run production of “Birds of Paradise” will have its closing weekend

“Birds of Paradise” follows ornithologist Archie, who uses his knowledge of the behavior of birds to develop a romance with the female lead, Emma, a struggling artist.   “The story was one of love, of holding on and of letting go, and I think it all culminates in a beautiful play of self-discovery and of hope,” said Jacob McGaughey, a senior theater arts major and actor playing Archie.  “Birds of Paradise” has had a few shows already, but its cl…