Lots and lots of terrific shows hitting the stage in April - here’s the rundown:
- Dear Edwina, Jr. - First Stage Theatre presents the musical that follows the adventures of plucky advice-giver extraordinaire Edwina Spoonapple as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of production numbers as part of the latest edition of her weekly "Advice-A-Palooza" extravaganza. The “girl power” musical will be presented Fridays and Saturdays, April 4, 5 , 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, April 6 and 13 at 2:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Center at 900 8th Street in Huntington.Tickets are $10 for children and $12 for adults.
- Pippin - The City of Huntington Foundation and 5th Avenue Theatre Company present the classic Broadway musical at the Jean Carlo Stephenson Theatre in Huntington City Hall on April 4-6 and 11-13. Tickets are $15. The show takes the audience along with Pippin on his journey to try to find the meaning of life. The show occurs in a circus setting and there will be monkeys provided the Twins and Jungle Friends and aerial choreography by the aerial troupe Cirque d' Art.
- The Taming of the Shrew - Marshall Theatre Alliance presents the play by William Shakespeare on April 23-26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Joan C. Edwards Playhouse. It’s tale of two sisters; sweet-tempered daddy’s girl Bianca can have her pick of suitors - but not until her sister, the acid-tongued Kate, can be married off. Rising to the challenge is Petruchio; an unconventional, guy of good humour and strong will, but can he match Kate jab for jab? This is Shakespeare’s masterpiece of the battle of the sexes - a surprising love story that dares to ask what roles we play... and, underneath, who we really are.
- Jesus Christ Superstar in Concert - Trinity Episcopal Church presents the beloved rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice in concert April 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. at the church at 520 11th Street in Huntington. Admission is free. Performers include Ryan Hardiman as Jesus and Chris Sizemore as Judas.
- American Idiot - Marshall Artist Series presents the touring Broadway musical inspired by Green Day's Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum album. The show tells the story of three lifelong friends forced to choose between their life aspirations and the safety of suburbia. In a post 9/11 world, they seek true meaning and and are led on an exciting and theatrical journey. The show will be presented at the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center in Huntington on April 24 at 8 p.m.
- The Three Musketeers - LimeLight Theatre presents the classic story by Alexandre Dumas on April 25 - 26 and May 2 - 3 at 7 p.m. and April 27 and May 4 at 2 p.m. at the WVSU Captol Center Theatre, 123 Summers Street in Charleston. Tickets are $15 for adults and $11 for children. Call 304-342-6522 for more information.
- ACTC's New Play Festival - ACTC presents one-act plays, monologues and short scenes written by students and faculty. Performances include "Tammy and Tom" by Jonathan Joy, and "Strange Things Happen" by Chelsea Fannin. Show dates are April 25, 26 and 27 in the Sowards Theatre at the Ashland Community Technical College campus.
- The Rack - Contemporary Youth Arts Company (CYAC) presents this original play by Dan Kehde that tells the story of the aftermath of a fictional elementary school massacre as seen through the eyes of members of the community in which it occurred. C]The story centers around the grieving members of the shooter’s family as they try to understand the reasons behind the boy’s actions. The show will be presented Thursday and Friday, April 3-4 and Thursday - Saturday, April 10-12 at 8 p.m. at the WVSU Capitol Center Theater at 123 Summers Street in Charleston. Tickets are $15 for Adults and $8 for Students.
- A Gift Bear for the King - ACT (Actors for Children) presents an interactive show aimed at preschool through grade 4 that is sure to thrill and entertain children of all ages! A talented bear is sent as a birthday gift for the king by an old couple who love him very much. As he travels, he helps many people along the way. But when he finally arrives at the palace, the king’s birthday has passed and the guard locks him up in the dungeon! The show will be presented April 5 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Alban Arts and Conference Center at 65 Olde Main Street in St. Albans, W.Va. Tickets are $10.
- Bring It On: The Musical - Paramount Arts Center presents the touring Broadway show inspired by the film. It tells the story of the challenges and unexpected bonds formed through the thrill of extreme competition. With a colorful crew of characters, an exciting fresh sound and explosive dance with aerial stunts, this all new story is sure to be everything you hoped for and nothing like you expected. The show will be presented April 8 at 7 p.m.
- The Great American Songbook - the Musical Arts Guild presents a dinner and concert benefitting Marshall Arts student scholarships. The show features guest artist Landau Eugene Murphy. The concert will be presented Saturday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Guyan Country Club at 5450 US Route 60 in Huntington. Tickets are $50. For more information, call 304-638-6716.
- Little Shop of Horrors - West Virginia State University presents the muscial by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman April 16-18 at 8 p.m. at the Davis Fine Arts Theatre at 5000 Fairlawn Avenue in Institute, W.Va. Tickets are $10 and are available at the door.
- The Vagina Monologues - V-Day Charleston 2014 Benefit Production will be presented one night only on April 19 at 7 p.m. at the Alban Arts Center at 65 Olde Main Plaza in St Albans. Tickets are $15 and are available at http://ticketpeak.com/ticket_details.php?id=4260 Proceeds benefit REACH (Rape Education, Advocacy, Counseling, & Healing).
- Antigone - the classic play by Sophocles will ne presented at the Alban Arts Center at 65 Olde Main Plaza in St Albans on April 25-26 and May 2-3 at 8 p.m. and April 27 and May 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for Adults and $10 for Students and Seniors. Group rates are available for groups 10 and over. For Reserved seating call 304-721-8896
- WV Shakespeare Festival - The event will be held April 12 at 7 p.m. at the Walker Theatre at the Clay Center (rear entrance) at One Clay Square in Charleston. There will also be a Stage Combat Workshop from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free, donations will be accepted.
- No Exit - The George Washington High School Theatre of the Nevertheless presents Jean-Paul Sartre's classic existentialist play in which three damned souls discover that "Hell is other people!" It is being produced as a senior showcase, featuring seniors Lily Odekirk, Kathryn Tweel, Austin Susman and Jacob McLaughlin. The show runs one night only at the George Washington High School Auditorium at 7 p.m. on April 4. Admission is free, although donations will be accepted.
- Murder & Merriment - Interactive murder mysteries will be presented on: April 11 - "Dead Man's Hand!" Shanty Boat Night at the River Museum in Point Pleasant. Reservations Required: Ticket Prices & Time TBA, Call 304-674-0144; April 12 - "Another Fistful of Bullets!" at Hawk's Nest State Park & Restaurant, Ansted, W.Va. Reservations Required: 304.658.5212, ext 1542. Tickets are $40 per Guest; April 25 - 26 - "Murder at the Opera!” at The Greenhouse of Teays Valley in Hurricane, W.Va. Reservations Required: 304-397-6316. Tickets are $40 per Guest.
So don't say there's nothing to do! Get out there and see some great shows this month!
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