Tag: theatre

  • Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’

    Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’

    The Alban Arts Center proudly presents Steel Magnolias.
    “Steel Magnolias” is a heartfelt and humorous play written by Robert Harling. Set in a small Louisiana town, the play centers around a close-knit group of Southern women who gather regularly at a local beauty salon run by the no-nonsense Truvy Jones. The story unfolds over a span of about three years, showcasing the daily lives, struggles, and triumphs of these strong, resilient women.

    The play explores themes of friendship, family, and the complexities of life through a series of poignant and often humorous scenes. The title itself reflects the essence of the characters: “Steel” symbolizes their strength and resilience, while “Magnolias” represents their delicate and nurturing nature.
    Through its blend of humor and emotional depth, “Steel Magnolias” highlights the power of female friendship and the enduring support these women provide each other through life’s ups and downs. The play has been celebrated for its authentic portrayal of Southern life and its ability to resonate with audiences through its relatable characters and heartfelt storytelling.

    Location: The Capitol Theater, 123 Summers St.

    Tickets: $15 advance/$20 at the door
    All Ages
    Alban Arts Center: albanartscenter.com


    CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

  • Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’

    Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’

    The Alban Arts Center proudly presents Steel Magnolias.
    “Steel Magnolias” is a heartfelt and humorous play written by Robert Harling. Set in a small Louisiana town, the play centers around a close-knit group of Southern women who gather regularly at a local beauty salon run by the no-nonsense Truvy Jones. The story unfolds over a span of about three years, showcasing the daily lives, struggles, and triumphs of these strong, resilient women.

    The play explores themes of friendship, family, and the complexities of life through a series of poignant and often humorous scenes. The title itself reflects the essence of the characters: “Steel” symbolizes their strength and resilience, while “Magnolias” represents their delicate and nurturing nature.
    Through its blend of humor and emotional depth, “Steel Magnolias” highlights the power of female friendship and the enduring support these women provide each other through life’s ups and downs. The play has been celebrated for its authentic portrayal of Southern life and its ability to resonate with audiences through its relatable characters and heartfelt storytelling.

    Location: The Capitol Theater, 123 Summers St.

    Tickets: $15 advance/$20 at the door
    All Ages
    Alban Arts Center: albanartscenter.com


    CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

  • CYAC presents Why We Stayed

    CYAC presents Why We Stayed

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak

    Presented by Contemporary Youth Arts Company in partnership with the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program   

    Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak shows 20 characters in crisis as they each face their own situations of domestic violence. These hard-hitting portrayals of men and women tell the forgotten and ignored stories of the day-to-day survival of America’s silent victims. From the mother-to-be to the mother-in-law, the jaded cop to the devastated BCS worker to the nurse and the convict and the women of society and poverty and your next door neighbor, the characters preach truth to society’s conveniently deafened ears.

    Featuring the talents of actors Kayla Skidmore, Amanda Skidmore, Kaye Maertz, Meredith Clark, Rob Royce, La’Mera Rice, Desirae Rucker, Bill Myers, Sarah Schoolcraft, Linda O’Neil, Morgan Kirk, Ariel Dobbins, Erin Martin and Jack Rogers

    ADVISORY: This piece is rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material.

    Showtimes:
    Friday, Oct. 11 at 7pm
    Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7pm
    Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2pm

    Location: Elk City Playhouse, 218 Washington St. E

    Tickets: $15 (Adults) $10 (Students/Seniors)
    Available at the door and online.


    ONLINE TICKETS COMING SOON

  • CYAC presents Why We Stayed

    CYAC presents Why We Stayed

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak

    Presented by Contemporary Youth Arts Company in partnership with the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program   

    Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak shows 20 characters in crisis as they each face their own situations of domestic violence. These hard-hitting portrayals of men and women tell the forgotten and ignored stories of the day-to-day survival of America’s silent victims. From the mother-to-be to the mother-in-law, the jaded cop to the devastated BCS worker to the nurse and the convict and the women of society and poverty and your next door neighbor, the characters preach truth to society’s conveniently deafened ears.

    Featuring the talents of actors Kayla Skidmore, Amanda Skidmore, Kaye Maertz, Meredith Clark, Rob Royce, La’Mera Rice, Desirae Rucker, Bill Myers,Sarah Schoolcraft, Linda O’Neil, Morgan Kirk, Ariel Dobbins, Erin Martin and Jack Rogers

    ADVISORY: This piece is rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material.

    Showtimes:
    Friday, Oct. 11 at 7pm
    Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7pm
    Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2pm

    Location: Elk City Playhouse, 218 Washington St. E

    Tickets: $15 (Adults) $10 (Students/Seniors)
    Available at the door and online.


    ONLINE TICKETS COMING SOON

  • CYAC presents Why We Stayed

    CYAC presents Why We Stayed

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak

    Presented by Contemporary Youth Arts Company in partnership with the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program   

    Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak shows 20 characters in crisis as they each face their own situations of domestic violence. These hard-hitting portrayals of men and women tell the forgotten and ignored stories of the day-to-day survival of America’s silent victims. From the mother-to-be to the mother-in-law, the jaded cop to the devastated BCS worker to the nurse and the convict and the women of society and poverty and your next door neighbor, the characters preach truth to society’s conveniently deafened ears.

    Featuring the talents of actors Kayla Skidmore, Amanda Skidmore, Kaye Maertz, Meredith Clark, Rob Royce, La’Mera Rice, Desirae Rucker, Bill Myers, Sarah Schoolcraft, Linda O’Neil, Morgan Kirk, Ariel Dobbins, Erin Martin and Jack Rogers

    ADVISORY: This piece is rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material.

    Showtimes:
    Friday, Oct. 11 at 7pm
    Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7pm
    Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2pm

    Location: Elk City Playhouse, 218 Washington St. E

    Tickets: $15 (Adults) $10 (Students/Seniors)
    Available at the door and online.


    ONLINE TICKETS COMING SOON

  • CANCELED: The Witches of Wolfhaven & Warlock Operetta

    Tomorrow’s Witches of Wolfhaven & Warlock Operetta is canceled due to illness.

    We apologize for the inconvenience.

    The two operas (Witches of Wolfhaven and Warlock Concert) take place in a mystical world of witches and warlocks. While Gertrude belongs to the benevolent Wolfhaven coven, Gustav is a member of the clan led by the evil witch Kannika. The two young people meet and fall in love. Will Gertrude save Gustav from his evil ways, or will their differences tear them apart?

    “Gustav and Gertrude” (Two original operas by locals Mark Hornbaker and Caroline Chamness) performed by the Academy Singers and members of the WV State Philharmonic under Scott Woodard with special guest singers Betsy Baer and Ashley Dannewitz.

    This is a FREE performance at the Davis Fine Arts Center Theater at West Virginia State University.

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  • The Rustic Mechanicals presents Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”

    West Virginia’s only professional Shakespeare troupe, The Rustic Mechanicals, performs the classic Hamlet at the Capital High School Theater.

    Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students.


    Get Your Tickets Here!

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  • ‘Little Shop of Horrors: The Musical’ presented by Charleston Light Opera Guild

    The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present multiple performances of ‘Little Shop of Horrors” between June 9 and 18, 2023 during FestivALL at the Guild Theater!

    Based on the 1960 Roger Corman movie, the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” with music by Alan Menken and book and lyrics by Howard Ashman tells the story of Seymour Krelhourn, a meek floral assistant who makes a Faustian pact with a tiny plant in order to win the girl he loves. The mysterious Audrey II plant becomes an overnight sensation but exhibits a thirst for blood in order to survive and by the end of the show the plant’s secret threatens the entire planet.

    Little Shop of Horrors premiered Off-Off-Broadway before moving to the Off-Broadway Orpheum Theatre in NY in 1982 where it had a five-year run. The musical was captured in a 1986 film starring Rick Moranis as Seymour, Steve Martin as the dentist and Ellen Greene recreating her off-Broadway role as Audrey. With a hip score and book the musical played on Broadway in 2003, has enjoyed Britain’s West End productions, national and international tours, community and school productions, and is currently back Off-Broadway at the Westside Theatre in New York where it continues to receive critical acclaim.

    CLOG previously presented the comedic musical in 1987 at the Jefferson Street Workshop and in 2004 at the Guild Theatre.

    TICKETS: $20

    Buy tickets online or call 304-342-9312


    CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

    Thanks to our Sponsors and Event Organizers

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    Alex & Betty Schoenbaum Foundation
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  • ‘Little Shop of Horrors: The Musical’ presented by Charleston Light Opera Guild

    The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present multiple performances of ‘Little Shop of Horrors” between June 9 and 18, 2023 during FestivALL at the Guild Theater!

    Based on the 1960 Roger Corman movie, the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” with music by Alan Menken and book and lyrics by Howard Ashman tells the story of Seymour Krelhourn, a meek floral assistant who makes a Faustian pact with a tiny plant in order to win the girl he loves. The mysterious Audrey II plant becomes an overnight sensation but exhibits a thirst for blood in order to survive and by the end of the show the plant’s secret threatens the entire planet.

    Little Shop of Horrors premiered Off-Off-Broadway before moving to the Off-Broadway Orpheum Theatre in NY in 1982 where it had a five-year run. The musical was captured in a 1986 film starring Rick Moranis as Seymour, Steve Martin as the dentist and Ellen Greene recreating her off-Broadway role as Audrey. With a hip score and book the musical played on Broadway in 2003, has enjoyed Britain’s West End productions, national and international tours, community and school productions, and is currently back Off-Broadway at the Westside Theatre in New York where it continues to receive critical acclaim.

    CLOG previously presented the comedic musical in 1987 at the Jefferson Street Workshop and in 2004 at the Guild Theatre.

    TICKETS: $20

    Buy tickets online or call 304-342-9312


    CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

    Thanks to our Sponsors and Event Organizers

    CLOG_Charleston Light Opera Guild Logo BW MEDIUM PNG
    Alex & Betty Schoenbaum Foundation
    GKVF_Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation_LogoColorBlock_WhiteBG JPEG
    National Endowment for the Arts NEA 2018
    WV Commission on the Arts_LogoBW_JPEG

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  • ‘Little Shop of Horrors: The Musical’ presented by Charleston Light Opera Guild

    The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present multiple performances of ‘Little Shop of Horrors” between June 9 and 18, 2023 during FestivALL at the Guild Theater!

    Based on the 1960 Roger Corman movie, the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” with music by Alan Menken and book and lyrics by Howard Ashman tells the story of Seymour Krelhourn, a meek floral assistant who makes a Faustian pact with a tiny plant in order to win the girl he loves. The mysterious Audrey II plant becomes an overnight sensation but exhibits a thirst for blood in order to survive and by the end of the show the plant’s secret threatens the entire planet.

    Little Shop of Horrors premiered Off-Off-Broadway before moving to the Off-Broadway Orpheum Theatre in NY in 1982 where it had a five-year run. The musical was captured in a 1986 film starring Rick Moranis as Seymour, Steve Martin as the dentist and Ellen Greene recreating her off-Broadway role as Audrey. With a hip score and book the musical played on Broadway in 2003, has enjoyed Britain’s West End productions, national and international tours, community and school productions, and is currently back Off-Broadway at the Westside Theatre in New York where it continues to receive critical acclaim.

    CLOG previously presented the comedic musical in 1987 at the Jefferson Street Workshop and in 2004 at the Guild Theatre.

    TICKETS: $20

    Buy tickets online or call 304-342-9312


    CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

    Thanks to our Sponsors and Event Organizers

    CLOG_Charleston Light Opera Guild Logo BW MEDIUM PNG
    Alex & Betty Schoenbaum Foundation
    GKVF_Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation_LogoColorBlock_WhiteBG JPEG
    National Endowment for the Arts NEA 2018
    WV Commission on the Arts_LogoBW_JPEG

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    Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to hear more about any event ideas and what you’d like to see at future FestivALL events!


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