It’s a fun-filled October in store for theatre fans, including high-flying action, a Civil War drama, cartoon characters and lots of zombies.
Here’s the list:
- It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s Superman - First Stage Theatre Company presents the recently-revived Broadway musical based on the world’s most famous superhero. The show has never been performed in Huntington, and will include flying effects. It will be staged at Huntington High School’s auditorium on Oct. 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 13 and 20 at 2 p.m.
- Shenandoah - ARTS presents the Civil War era musical that takes place in the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia after the Confederate loss at Gettysburg. The story is centered on Charlie Anderson, a farmer and widower and his six sons, one daughter, and expecting daughter-in-law. The Tony Award Winning Musical is based on the Jimmy Stewart movie of the same name. Shenandoah is about family and duty in the most challenging of times. The show will be presented at the Renaissance Theatre (the old Huntington High School) on Oct. 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 8 p.m., and Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. General admission is $15, dinner and show is $30 - dinner is by reservation only. Call 304-733-2787.
- Anna in the Tropics - Marshall University’s Theatre Alliance presents the play Oct. 2 to 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Joan C. Edwards Playhouse. Set in a Florida Cigar factory in 1929, it focuses on the lives of Cuban immigrants who work there. At the time it was common for factories to employ “lectors” who entertained and educated workers by reading passages of literature to them. In the play, a new lector chooses “Anna Karenina” as a work, and unwittingly sets off a change in the worker’s lives.
- The 39 Steps - Portsmouth Little Theatre presents the play that mixes the Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel and lots of humor. The fast-paced whodunit will be presented Oct. 25, 26, Nov. 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m.
- Seussical, Jr. - The Children’s Theatre of Charleston presents the musical that combines several stories by Dr. Seuss. The show will be presented at the Civic Center Little Theatre on Oct. 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 12 and 13 at 2 p.m.
- You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown - The Alban Arts Center presents an average day in the life of Charlie Brown, a day made up of little moments, from Valentine's Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends. The show will take the stage Oct. 18, 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27.
- The Legend of Jenny Wiley - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the true story that relates the tragedies and the ultimate triumph of the heroic 18th century pioneer woman, Jenny Wiley. Kidnapped and held captive by Indians for nearly a year, Jenny’s faith affords her the bravery and determination to escape brutality and the strength to rebuild her life. Featuring an unforgettable score by Scott F. Bradley and lyrics by Peyton Dixon, you won’t want to miss this compelling account of life, love and faith. The show will be staged Oct. 11, 12, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. at The Mountain Arts Center, 51 Hal Rogers Drive in Prestonsburg, Ky.
- Kiss Me Kate - ACTC presents the musical that combines Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew with Cole Porter's music and lyrics for an instant success with every cast and audience. Musical numbers include “Why Can't You Behave,” “So In Love Am I,” “Wunderbar” and “Brush Up Your Shakespeare.” The last Broadway revival in 1999 received four Tony Awards for Best Actor, Best Costumes, Best Director and Best Orchestrations. It will be presented Oct. 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 20 and 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the J.B. Sowards Theatre at 1400 College Drive in Ashland, Ky.
- Night of the Living Dead - Kanawha Players present a show that will be performed entirely in black and white (except for the blood). A mysterious radiation transforms the unburied dead into flesh-eating zombies. Seven people who are trapped in an isolated farmhouse, held hostage by the ravenous ghouls, begin to turn on each other as the dead encroach. Featured guest on Oct. 18, 19 and 20 will be Jeremy Ambler, a featured zombie walker from the hit TV show The Walking Dead. The play will be presented Oct. 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 20 at 2 p.m.
- Murder on the 20th Century Ltd. - The murder mystery focuses on a troupe of actors travel from New York City to Chicago on the 20th Century Ltd express train. They are on their way to perform a new comedy, titled "Shakespeare's Last Stand!" During the trip, one of the troupe members is brutally murdered. Detective Hercule Parrot is on hand to help the audience solve this interactive murder mystery. It will be presented at Heritage Station in Huntington on Oct. 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 7 p.m.
Whew! Lots to see - so get out there and support your community theatre!
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