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Tri-State Theater

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Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Theatre News and Notes

   Catching up on a few things:


   - I hope you all got to see The Full Monty, which wrapped up on Saturday. ARTS has a long string of excellent shows, and this may have been the best one yet! My lovely wife and I had a great time at the musical - it's a terrific, funny, touching, naughty show with great songs and amazing performances by the perfect cast! If there was a flaw in there, I didn't see it - a terrific orchestra, spot-on-the-money choreography, the tech was glitch-free (the highest compliment I can pay), and the talent was amazing! We laughed, we cried, we laughed even more - a terrific show! Congrats to everyone at ARTS!

- Portsmouth Little Theatre surprised the Tri-State yesterday by announcing auditions on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. for
 Jekyll & Hyde: The MusicalAuditioners will be provided scenes from the script for a cold reading and should come prepared to sing a song that showcases their vocal range and stylings. Performance Dates are Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29 and 30.

- Auditions wrapped on Sunday for First Stage's production of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, a unique version of the classic story by Mark Twain. First Stage has also just started rehearsals on its second show of the season: School of Rock the Musical: Youth Production (and while I admit prejudice, the cast already sounds terrific)!

   And that's it!

Thursday, August 25, 2016

On Stage This Weekend: Full Monty, Aladdin and Elvis!

    There are three great shows on stage this weekend - one for adults, one for fans of the king, and one for the young at heart!

   Here's the list:

- The Full Monty - Arts Resources for the Tri State presents the musical comedy on Aug. 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Main Stage Theatre at 900 8th Street in Huntington. Tickets are $15 each for the show only, $30 each for dinner and the show - reservations are required for the dinner. Call 304-733-2787.

- Elvis Has Left The Building - Kanawha Players presents the play on Aug. 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the LaBelle Theatre at 311 D Street in South Charleston. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens -  or get four tickets for $40.

- Disney’s Aladdin Jr. - Alban Arts Center presents the musical based on the beloved animated film on Aug. 26, 27 and Sept. 2 and 3 at 8 p.m., and Aug. 28 and Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. at the Alban Arts Center at 65 Olde Main Plaza in St. Albans. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens.

   So get out there and support your community theatre!

Wednesday, August 24, 2016

“Adventures of Tom Sawyer" Auditions on Aug. 28

   First Stage Theatre Company will hold auditions for the play The Adventures of Tom Sawyer on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2016, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road (across from the Route 60 K-Mart).

   The non-musical is based on the beloved novel by Mark Twain. It follows the humor, action and excitement of life in Missouri in the late 1840s, including a life or death battle with a dangerous fugitive in a cave.  

   But the setting will be unique to the production, as the set and costumes have a Steampunk style - so expect a new twist on the classic tale.
  
   Auditions are open to young people from First Graders through High School Seniors.  

   The audition doesn't require dancing or singing - those trying out will just read from provided scripts.

   The play is being directed by Zach Davis with assistant director Courtney Parsley and producer Debbie Jackson.

   Shows will be presented on Oct. 14, 15 and 16 at Huntington Middle School.
   The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is the first show in the 27th season for Huntington’s long-running children’s theatre.  Shows coming up include School of Rock the Musical: Youth Production in November 2016, and Honk! and Showcase 2017 in Spring 2017.
   The mission of First Stage Theatre Company is to provide opportunities for children to develop social and communication skills by participating in the performing arts and to promote fine arts education through the presentation of theatrical productions to children and families in our community. There is no charge for children to be part of a First Stage production.
   For more information, call 304-416-KIDS (304-416-5437) or go to www.FirstStageTheatre.org.

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Three More Chances to See "The Full Monty"


   My friends have been giving rave reviews all week - "Have you seen it yet?" "We saw it Saturday and we laughed and laughed!' "I love the songs!" 

   Of course, they're talking about the musical comedy The Full Monty (which I'll be seeing next weekend). 

   It the story of some workers who lose their jobs - but come up with an original way to make money to support their families - they decide to become strippers!

   The next show is this Thursday at 8 p.m., and Arts Resources for the Tri-State has a special offer - it's Ladies Night! 

   Women, bring a friend or a date and get two tickets for $20! It's Thursday night only, so make a date!

   The Full Monty will be presented on Thursday, Aug. 25,  Friday, Aug. 26 and Saturday, Aug. 27 at 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Main Stage Theatre at 900 8th Street in Huntington. Tickets are $15 each for the show only, $30 each for dinner and the show - reservations are required for the dinner. Call 304-733-2787.

   Oh, and my favorite comment about the show was made by a sweet lady at church last Sunday. She said, "We saw The Full Monty all right - I think we saw more than we were supposed to. It was a great show!" Then she laughed gleefully.

   Don't miss it!

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Celebrating a Huntington Theatre Icon - Helga Thorn


   My pal Dave Lavender filed a terrific story in today's Herald-Dispatch about the Huntington theatre icon Helga Thorn, who will be at the center of an upcoming celebration. (The photo above is by Lori Wolfe.)

   You can read the full story at this link (and you really should)! 

   Here's an excerpt:

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A resident of Huntington since the 1950s, Thorn, who spent 1960 to 1997 as an elementary school teacher, has spent the past 50 years here as one of the go-to behind-the-scenes volunteers with arguably more theater credits than anyone in Huntington's theater history.
For Thorn's lifetime of tirelessly working for nearly every theater group in the city she is being honored Sunday, Aug. 21, at a special event called Helga Our Hero, presented by the City of Huntington Foundation, Inc., and the Fifth Avenue Theatre Company.
Free and open to the public, the events begin with Batman and his Batmobile outside City Hall at 3 p.m., a reception on the second floor mezzanine at 4 p.m., and an appreciation performance inside the Jean Carlo Stephenson Auditorium at City Hall at 4 p.m. directed by Helen Freeman and with C.E. Wilson and Linda Reynolds as emcees. Performers include Ryan Hardiman, Laura and Caleb Donahoe, Jane Modlin, Mary Olson and many more. Speakers include George Snider, Mark Smith and Eddie Harbert.

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

"Full Monty" Interview with James Holley

   Let’s continue our interviews with the cast of the musical The Full Monty, which starts next weekend at the Renaissance Theatre in Huntington.

   Today let’s hear from talented veteran performer James Holley:

Q: Tell us about The Full Monty.

James: The Full Monty is a show about people "seeing" the folks around them as we all really are; raw and self-conscious. It's about coming together by baring your soul... and in this case some flesh and working together so we all feel a little less vulnerable. 

Q: Why did you want to tackle this show?

James: I loved the movie. It's just a really smart comedy. I was hoping the musical would be just as much fun and it absolutely is. 

Q: Tell us about the character you play.

James: I play Harold. Harold was a company supervisor at a union steel mill. His character feels that with the loss of his job he's sorta lost his identity and worries his wife and everyone else will see him as a failure. 

Q: The show requires the leads to strip off their clothes - any concerns / fears / trepidation / sheer terror about that?

James: Mortification best describes it. I don't even work outside shirtless so this is a stretch! 

Q: Do you have a favorite song or scene in the show?

James: My favorite song is the first one; "Scrap." Basically it's a bunch of guys singing about a need to feel needed. 

Q: What's your background in theatre?

James: I've done 15 shows now between Pittsburgh, Charleston, Huntington and Ashland but this is only the fourth musical. I've done a lot of comedy though. 

Q: Talk about the cast - brag on one (or more) of your fellow actors.

James: No clue where to begin. They are all amazing. Mike Murdock is my personal theater mentor (although he may not be aware) and watching everyone else in the cast is quite humbling. I'm still amazed they let me play their reindeer games! 

Q: Why would you recommend this show to our readers?

James: The show is funny, sweet, and illustrates some great life lessons; be who you are, don't be ashamed, help one another and finally life is short... HAVE FUN! 

   Thanks, James!


   The Full Monty - Arts Resources for the Tri State presents the musical comedy on Aug. 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Main Stage Theatre at 900 8th Street in Huntington. Tickets are $15 each for the show only, $30 each for dinner and the show - reservations are required for the dinner. Call 304-733-2787.

Sunday, August 14, 2016

"Full Monty" Interview with Becky McClelland

   Next up in our interviews with the cast of The Full Monty, which starts next weekend at the Renaissance Theatre in Huntington, let’s hear from one of the few women in the cast.
   Here’s the lovely and talented Becky McClelland:
Q: Tell us about The Full Monty.
Becky: The Full Monty is a musical about a group of men who bare it all. Not just physically, but emotionally. These former steelworkers have been out of work for nearly a year and a half. They are questioning their manhood. They are feeling like 'scrap.’ They are desperate, so they are willing to 'let it go' to make some much needed cash and to try to mend their wounded egos.
Q: Why did you want to tackle this show?
Becky: When this show was originally announced I was excited about it, but knew I could not be involved. It's The Full Monty after all! I felt I couldn't be in this show on Saturday night and then greet people as they walk into church on Sunday morning. But then, I read the script. Twice. After the second read I realized that the men actually going The Full Monty was an incredibly minor part of the show. It is so relevant to our area. Besides, it is incredibly funny!
Q: Tell us about the character you play.
Becky: My character's name is Joanie. She is a minor player in this show. All the women are. This show is about the men. The women are mostly there to remind the men that 'it's a women's world.’ We are the ones with jobs. We are the ones making money. And we are spending it any way we want!
Q: The show requires the leads to strip off their clothes - any concerns / fears / trepidation / sheer terror about that?
Becky: Uh. Yes. Let's just all pray that the lights work properly!
Q: Do you have a favorite song or scene in the show?
Becky: The music for this show is amazing. It has such a rock feel that you can't help but want to sing along. I'm expecting we'll get some audience participation for the final scenes and song “Let it Go.” I can promise you the song “Let it Go” that your kids have been singing for so long will disappear from your head and be replaced with this version!
Q: What's your background in theatre?
Becky: I directed children's musicals for about 10 years but had very little acting experience before joining ARTS for Crazy for You almost two years ago. Since then I've acted, costumed (A LOT), built sets, and rounded up props for about 10 shows. It's such a great experience this time being able to act in a show without worrying about everyone else's costumes. I just get to act in this one - and I'm having a blast doing it!
Q: Talk about the cast - brag on one (or more) of your fellow actors.
Becky: If you've ever been to an ARTS show you know that I could brag on my fellow actors for this entire interview. The talent in this company is amazing. This show also features four newcomers to ARTS - Teddy Maddox, Mark Radford, Rick Payne, and Melanie Porter who fit right in and make us even better!
Q: Why would you recommend this show to our readers?
Becky: It's relevant. It's real. It's The Full Monty for goodness sake! 

   Thanks, Becky!

Thursday, August 11, 2016

"Full Monty" Interview with Mike Naglee

    We're just a week away from the brash, funny and (perhaps) shocking premiere of the musical The Full Monty!

   It's the story of some working men who come up with an inventive scheme to earn money, as they are forced to drastic measures.

   We have several interviews with the cast to share, starting with the incredibly talented Mike Naglee

Q: Tell us about The Full Monty (including, what is a “Full Monty?”).

Mike: The Full Monty is a hilarious and heartfelt look at love, masculinity, and gender stereotypes. A group of steelworkers, feeling emasculated by their unemployment, discover that male strippers make good money. In a desperate bid for cash, and to recover some damaged part of their individual self-worth, the men decide to strip for a "one-night, limited engagement." Each man confronts and reconciles their fears, prejudices, and inner demons on the way to the show's revealing conclusion.

Q: Why did you want to tackle this show?

Mike: This show has been a favorite ever since I heard "Big Ass Rock" in college, 12 years ago.  I'm still flabbergasted and thankful that a company has the cajones to mount the production HERE, in Huntington (pun probably intended).

Q: Tell us about the character you play.

Mike: I play Jerry Lukowski, a man so behind on child support that he's about to lose joint custody of his 12-year-old son. A jerk and a bigot, Jerry's (redeeming?) love for his kid drives him to come up with a crazy, desperate money-making scheme.

Q: The show requires the leads to strip off their clothes - any concerns / fears / trepidation / sheer terror about that?

Mike: Absolutely. :)  Fortunately, I've spent a surprising and unsettling amount of time scantily-clad onstage in the past so it's not nearly as harrowing as it could be. The first line I uttered on Marshall's stage long ago was in my boxer shorts; it's kinda par for the course at this point. 

Q: Do you have a favorite song or scene in the show?

Mike: "Big Ass Rock" is probably my favorite, though "The Goods" is a close second.

Q: What's your background in theatre?

Mike: I graduated from Marshall with my BFA in theatre in '04, and have been a member of ARTS Resident Company since its inception.  

Q: Tell us about the cast.

Mike: I love these people. It's a pleasure to work with a group so dedicated and inclusive, and each person is bringing their "A" game.

Q: Why would you recommend this show to our readers?

Mike: It's bold, brash, and crass with a pop-rock score, and it pulls no punches. It will pull on your heartstrings one minute and have you rolling the next. What other show are you going to see that advertises a Ladies Night? You'll laugh your socks off... and maybe more. ;)

   Thanks, Mike!

   The Full Monty - Arts Resources for the Tri State presents the musical comedy on Aug. 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Main Stage Theatre at 900 8th Street in Huntington. Tickets are $15 each for the show only, $30 each for dinner and the show - reservations are required for the dinner. Call 304-733-2787.

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Saturday the Fun Begins with "School of Rock!"

   I try not to make this blog site a personal diary - it's here to focus on all the community theatre shows in our area, not just the one I happen to be working on - but I hope you'll forgive me if I jump in here from time to time to talk about "my" next show.

   Of course, the "my" is deceptive - it takes a lot of work by a lot of people to put on a show - but I'm the director, so I guess I'm first in the line of fire.

   This story goes back to last November, when I was part of the huge team working on the First Stage production, Disney's The Lion King, Jr. - a terrific show, an amazingly talented cast and a huge success!

   As the show was nearing its end, I starting thinking, "What's next?" I didn't really have a show in mind for the next season - and that's when I heard about School of Rock the Musical!

   I was a fan of the original movie, and I'd heard that a version of it was being adapted for Broadway. Then the YouTube videos promoting that show started appearing - but of course, the gap between a show being on Broadway and being available for community theatre groups is usually years.

   But Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, who crafted the stage version of the show, is a huge proponent of the value of music education, so he announced that the show would be made available to schools and children's theaters at the same time that it was starting its run in New York!

   That was all I needed to hear! I ran to the next board meeting of First Stage Theatre and urged them to stage the show in the fall of 2016 - and they agreed!

   The next job was to assemble a team of directors to tackle the show - so I called the same talented bunch who worked on "Lion King, Jr." - and they all signed on right away!

   That includes Music Director Mark Smith, Choreographer Melissa Marcum, Assistant Choreographer Brynne Kyle, Assistant Directors Robyn Welch and Ashleigh Bailey-Bannon! We've also signed on two new Assistant Directors, Cyndi Mac Fuller and Emily Asbury! Our Set Construction Directors include Jack Welch, Hunt Bryan and Mike Barbour! Our producers are Leslie Comer-Porter and Jeanette Rowsey!

   That's what I call a talented lineup of amazing, gifted people - it's a thrill to work with them!

   We met a few times over the summer to plan and scheme - and now it's time to get this show on the road (so to speak)!

   The big challenge with this show is that five of the performers have to play their own instruments, live on stage - something First Stage has never done! (In fact, I'm not sure that any community theatre group has done that locally.)

   So this weekend we hold our first auditions! Saturday is just for musicians - we need two who play the guitar (including the Jack Black character, Dewey Finn), and one each who play the bass, keyboard and drums!

   Also, the orchestra for the show is made up of students 18 and younger!

   Sunday we start auditioning actors for singing, speaking and dancing roles.

   Once the cast is in place, rehearsals will begin - I can't wait! We'll rehearse the show for about 10 weeks (and it's a big show - it'll take every bit of that time), and then stage the show the first two weekends in November at the Renaissance Theatre!

   It's going to be a blast! Or to quote one of my favorite lines in the show: You just can't stop... the School of Rock!

 

Friday, August 05, 2016

On Stage This Weekend

    August is here, and it brings with it some beloved musicals. Here's the rundown:

- Disney's Beauty and the Beast - the Charleston Light Opera Guild and The Clay Center present the beloved musical on Aug. 5, 6 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 7 and 14 at 2 p.m. at The Clay Center at One Clay Square in Charleston. All tickets are reserved - $25 each.

- The Wizard of Oz - Southern Coalition for the Arts presents the beloved musical on Aug. 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 7 at 3 p.m. at the Coalfield Jamboree at 308 Main Street in Logan, WV. Tickets are $12 each with group rates available. 

- Mary Poppins - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the musical Aug. 5 and 6 at 8:15 p.m. at the Jenny Wiley Ampitheatre in Prestonsburg, Ky.

- Hairspray, Jr. - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the musical on Aug. 5 and 6 at 6 p.m. and Aug. 5 and 6 at 2 p.m. at the Jenny Wiley Mainstage in Pikeville, Ky.

    So get out there and support your community theatre!

Thursday, August 04, 2016

ACT Presents "Hoodie"


   Our friends at ACT handle theatre differently - instead of staging a play in a theatre, they bring the play to the audience! 

   Here's what they have planned for the upcoming season - the play Hoodie - and how you can book the show for your school / youth group / theatre:

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   Actors for Children Theatre -ACT is pleased to announce the Fall 2016 touring production of Hoodie by Lindsey Price / Theatrefolk

   Find out how you can host a performance in your school, library, community center or church by calling 606-922-2903. 

   Growing up can be tough! Kids face a tornado of questions every day. What do I wear? What if I wear the wrong thing? What is she wearing? What do I look like? Stop looking at me! Hoodie examines image and appearance and poses what may be the most difficult question of all – do I stay in the clump or do I stand alone?
 

"School of Rock the Musical" Auditions


   We're just a week away from auditions for the next big musical from Huntington's First Stage Theatre - and it's the first local production to include young actors playing instruments live on stage!
   Here's the press release with all the info you need (oh, and full disclosure - I'm directing the show, so you'll be hearing lots about it in this space):
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   Spread the word! First Stage Theatre Company is AMPED about auditions for School of Rock the Musical: Youth Production, an adaptation of the hit Broadway musical.
   Parts are available for actors, singers and musicians from ages 10 to 18. The show will be performed at the ARTS Renaissance Center at 900 8th Street in Huntington on Nov. 3, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13, 2016.
   This will be the first community production from First Stage to include actors playing instruments live on stage. The musical, based on the Jack Black movie, tells the story of a would-be rock star who
finds himself working as a substitute teacher at a private school, and decides to build a rock band using the talented students in his classroom.
   School of Rock the Musical: Youth Production includes parts for performers who will play their instruments live on stage, as well as many parts for performers who do not play instruments. Young
musicians will also be auditioned for the off-stage “house band” that will accompany the show live during each performance. Young people who will be between the ages of 10 to 18 as of November 3,
2016 are invited to audition. There is never a charge to take part in a First Stage production.
   Here's how auditions will work:
   Auditions will be take place at Pea Ridge United Methodist Church at 5747 East Pea Ridge Road (across Route 60 from the K-Mart Shopping Plaza) in Huntington on August 13, 14, 20 and 21, according to the following schedule: 
   Saturday, Aug, 13 is the exclusive audition date for young musicians who want to play an instrument, either as part of an onstage role or in the off-stage “School of Rock House Band.” Parts include the lead, Dewey Finn, who must play the guitar, as well as four students who become the lead guitarist, bassist, keyboard player and drummer in Dewey’s band. Offstage band members will play the same four instruments. Auditioning musicians may arrive anytime between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. A keyboard, drum set and amplifier will be provided. Guitar and bass players must bring their own instruments. Auditioners will be asked to play a one-minute selection from a song of their choosing. Those auditioning for onstage roles must also sing a 30-second segment of a song; for purposes of the audition they are not required to play and sing at the same time.
   The next two audition dates, Sunday, Aug. 14 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., are for actors, singers and dancers who do not play an instrument. All should be prepared to sing a 30-second selection from a song, read lines from a short script (which will be provided) and be taught a short dance combination. Auditioners are not expected to memorize a script, but are expected to arrive in comfortable clothing and shoes for dancing.
   Sunday, August 21 from 2 to 5 p.m. is reserved for callback auditions for lead roles, if necessary, which will be by invitation only.
   School of Rock the Musical: Youth Production is being presented by First Stage Theatre Company under license by R&H Theatricals. Our production is directed by Chuck Minsker, with music director Mark Smith, choreographer Melissa Marcum, assistant choreographer Brynne Kyle, and assistant directors Robyn Welch, Ashleigh Bailey-Bannon, Cyndi Mac Fuller and Emily Asbury. Producers are Leslie Comer-Porter and Jeanette Rowsey, and set construction will be directed by Jack Welch, Hunt Bryan and Mike Barbour.
   Based on the Paramount movie by Mike White, the show’s book is by Julian Fellowes and lyrics by Glenn Slater. The production includes new music composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, plus the original songs from the film.
   Based in Huntington, W.Va., the First Stage Theatre Company is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing an educational, developmental experience for young people through the
performing arts. For more information, email firststagewv@gmail.com or call 304-416-KIDS. Additional information can be found at www.firststagetheatre.org, on Facebook - 
https://www.facebook.com/First-Stage-Theatre-Company-151408134941398/?fref=nf

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Monday, August 01, 2016

On Stage in August


   As summer winds down, we find August heating up with some terrific shows taking the stage - here’s the rundown:

- The Full Monty - Arts Resources for the Tri State presents the musical comedy on Aug. 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the Renaissance Main Stage Theatre at 900 8th Street in Huntington. Tickets are $15 each for the show only, $30 each for dinner and the show - reservations are required for the dinner. Call 304-733-2787.

- Disney's Beauty and the Beast - the Charleston Light Opera Guild and The Clay Center present the beloved musical on Aug. 5, 6 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 7 and 14 at 2 p.m. at The Clay Center at One Clay Square in Charleston. All tickets are reserved - $25 each.

- The Wizard of Oz - Southern Coalition for the Arts presents the beloved musical on Aug. 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 7 at 3 p.m. at the Coalfield Jamboree at 308 Main Street in Logan, WV. Tickets are $12 each with group rates available. 

- Joseph, Mother of Jesus: Book 3 - Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents the original play by Daniel Kehde on Aug. 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. at the WVSU Capitol Center Theater in Charleston. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for students.

- A Celebration of 20 Years in the Charleston Light Opera Guild Theater will be presented on Aug. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at 411 Tennessee Avenue in Charleston. Food and drinks will be provided, and there will be a Silent Auction. Admission is free but donations are accepted.

- Elvis Has Left The Building - Kanawha Players presents the play on Aug. 19, 20, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. at the LaBelle Theatre at 311 D Street in South Charleston. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens -  or get four tickets for $40.

- Disney’s Aladdin Jr. - Alban Arts Center presents the musical based on the beloved animated film on Aug. 26, 27 and Sept. 2 and 3 at 8 p.m., and Aug. 28 and Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. at the Alban Arts Center at 65 Olde Main Plaza in St. Albans. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens.

- Mary Poppins - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the musical Aug. 5 and 6 at 8:15 p.m. at the Jenny Wiley Ampitheatre in Prestonsburg, Ky.

- Hairspray, Jr. - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the musical on Aug. 4, 5 and 6 at 6 p.m. and Aug. 5 and 6 at 2 p.m. at the Jenny Wiley Mainstage in Pikeville, Ky.

- 9 to 5 - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the musical on Aug. 4, 11, 12 and 13 at 8:15 p.m. at the Jenny Wiley Ampitheatre in Prestonsburg, Ky.

   Lots to see, so get out there and support your community theatre!