Hockinson High School Theatre Company presents “The Giver,” Nov. 1-9 at Hockinson High School, 16819 N.E. 159th St., Brush Prairie. The play explores a seemingly perfect, controlled future society where pain and strife are eliminated by erasing all personal memories of the past. When young Jonas is chosen to inherit the position of Receiver of Memory, he uncovers the dark secrets beneath the surface and must decide whether to embrace conformity or risk everything for the chance at true freedom. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Nov. 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 and 2 p.m. Nov. 2. Tickets are $12 for adults and $9 for students and seniors. Buy tickets at gofan.co/app/school/WA22051?activity=Performing%20Arts.