The Burial at Thebes: A Version of Sophocles' Antigone
The Burial at Thebes: A Version of Sophocles' Antigone
Raleigh, NC
King Creon rules that traitors cannot be given funeral rites, but rebellious Antigone defies him and buries her brother on the battlefield, triggering a legendary struggle between the powers of the state and the demands of personal conscience.
Thu, Mar 23 2023
7:30 PM
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Sun, Mar 26 2023
4:00 PM
In Full Swing
In Full Swing
Raleigh, NC
In Full Swing: Music of the 30's, 40's and 50's Let’s take a sentimental journey back to the 1940’s. It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing! With live jazz musicians and smooth vocals we’ll celebrate the music from the unforgettable Swing Era.Tunes by artists like Duke Ellington, Benny G…
Sun, Apr 9 2023
2:00 PM
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Tue, Apr 18 2023
9:30 PM
Death By Design
Death By Design
Raleigh, NC
Experience the thrilling blend of murder and mirth in 'Death by Design,' a concoction of mystery and comedy that will leave you guessing till the very end! Edward Bennett, a playwright, and his wife, Sorel Bennett, an actress, flee London and head to Cookham after a disastrous opening night. But va…
Thu, Apr 11 2024
7:30 PM
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Sun, Apr 14 2024
4:00 PM
Act Fast!
Act Fast!
Raleigh, NC
Enjoy an evening of ten-minute plays, written and directed by WPU student playwrights Talented students from our Advanced Playwrighting class write and direct short plays under the guidance of local playwright Allan Maule. After the show, audience members are invited to stay for a talk-back with …
Saturday, September 17 2022
7:30 PM
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9:30 PM
Cinderella
Cinderella
Raleigh, NC
Everyone’s invited to the ball!!! Fall in love again with the classic rags to riches story of Cinderella. With help from a few little friends and her fairy Godmother it’s sure to be an unforgettable experience. Join us for beautiful music, magic, and of course…..happily ever after!
Wed, Nov 9 2022
7:30 PM
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Sun, Nov 13 2022
4:00 PM
The Red Badge of Courage - Field trips
The Red Badge of Courage - Field trips
Raleigh, NC
Teachers are welcome to reserve a performance of The Red Badge of Courage for their class. Limited performances available. COVID protocols in effect! The Civil War has been raging for two years when young Henry Fleming, dreaming of glory, enlists in the Union Army. Now Henry, on the brink of his …
Thu, Feb 24 2022
10:00 AM
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Fri, Feb 25 2022
12:30 PM
Zombie Prom
Zombie Prom
Raleigh, NC
Book by John Dempsey and Hugh MurphyMusic and Lyrics by Dana P. Rowe and John Dempsey Zaniness and joy rule the school in this musical tribute to 1950’s rock and roll. After a fateful motorcycle accident near a nuclear power plant turns high school bad boy Jonny into a zombie, his prospects of ta…
Thu, Apr 7 2022
7:30 PM
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Sun, Apr 10 2022
4:30 PM
The Red Badge of Courage
The Red Badge of Courage
Raleigh, NC
The Civil War has been raging for two years when young Henry Fleming, dreaming of glory, enlists in the Union Army. Now Henry, on the brink of his first battle, fears what he will do when the bullets start to fly. Will he run or will he stand and fight? Before the battle is over, Henry must determi…
Thu, Feb 24 2022
7:30 PM
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Sun, Feb 27 2022
4:30 PM
Working
Working
Raleigh, NC
Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews, Working sheds light on workers from diverse backgrounds that are so often overlooked. From the millworker, the teacher, the waitress, the truck driver, and many more, you’ll hear the stories, told through song, from the folks that keep our co…
Thu, Nov 11 2021
7:30 PM
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Sun, Nov 14 2021
4:30 PM
The Wedding Singer
The Wedding Singer
Raleigh, NC
Get back to the 1980s - where the hair was big, the jeans were acid washed, and cover bands ruled! Robbie Hart, a charismatic wedding singer, gets left at the altar, but finds solace in his friendship with Julia- -who is engaged to the wrong guy. Filled with catchy '80s tunes and vibrant choreograp…
Thu, Oct 12 2023
7:30 PM
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Sun, Oct 15 2023
4:00 PM
