Category Archives: Theater

Shadowing Shakespeare:

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Shea Carver

Shadows of Shakespeare, featuring a one-act Macbeth May 24-26, June 1-2, June 10-13 Free, but donations appreciated! Greenfield Lake Amphitheater Gina gambony is a well-known name locally. Most recognize her from her shadow/mask puppeteering, as she’s been included in numerous … Continue reading →

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Down-Home Appeal:

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Gwenyfar Rohler

Pump Boys and Dinettes May 23-26; Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m. Sun. matinee, 3 p.m. Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: $25 • 910-632-2285 In its homage to rural nc, thalian association’s current offering of feel-good Southern-influenced music will make folks … Continue reading →

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Roots Rockin’ Affair

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Shea Carver

Pump Boys and Dinettes May 16-19, 23-26; Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m. Sun. matinee, 3 p.m. Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: $25 • 910-632-2285 In theater, Thalian Association has jumped at the opportunity to take chances—specifically in the realm of … Continue reading →

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A Home Run

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Gwenyfar Rohler

Swing and A Miss Saturdays through June 15th, 6:30 p.m. TheatreNOW • 19 S. 10th St. $30-42 • www.theatrewilmington.com Baseball, probably more than any other sport, blends well with the arts. Yes, football has some good screen time, but theatre … Continue reading →

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Love and Its Aftermath

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Shea Carver

A Contemporary American’s Guide to a Successful Marriage Circa 1959 May 2-5, 9-12; Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m. Sun. matinee, 3 p.m. Cape Fear Playhouse • 613 Castle St. Tickets: $15-$20 When it comes to marriage, there isn’t one particular right way … Continue reading →

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Raucous Insanity

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Shea Carver

The Great American Trailer Park Musical City Stage • 21 N. Front Street 4/26-28, 5/3-5 and 10-12, 8 p.m. $18-$22 • www.citystagenc.com Life in Armadillo Acres is anything but boring. Or peaceful. The Florida trailer park is a place far … Continue reading →

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Relative Tension

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Shea Carver

A Contemporary American’s Guide to a Successful Marriage ©1959 April 25th-28; May 2-5, 9-12 Cape Fear Playhouse • 613 Castle St. Tickets: $15-$20 www.bigdawgproductions.org Under the direction of artistic director Steve Vernon, Big Dawg Productions has had a stellar year. … Continue reading →

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Proper Portrayal

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Gwenyfar Rohler

William and Judith 4/26-28, 5/3-5 Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m. • Sun., 5 p.m. Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St. $10-15 • www.browncoattheatre.com The bard is having a good run in the Port City this year, and Shakespeare on the Green … Continue reading →

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Traditional and Non

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Shea Carver

The appeal of a live stage show can come from many aspects: great actors, stand-out sets, enviable humor, phenomenal music and superior writing. Yet, when the depth of it attracts to an audience from relatability, it soars even further. Two … Continue reading →

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Nostalgic Look at Murder

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Shea Carver

Murder on the Set Fri.-Sat., 6:30 p.m. through 4/27; Fridays through August TheatreNOW • 10th and Dock sts. $30-$42 (includes dinner) www. theatrewilmington.com If there is anything wilmington is recognized for, aside from its gorgeous coast and riverfront, it’s the … Continue reading →

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