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Tuesday, May 01, 2018

On Stage in May

   Coming up in May - the season of Shrek begins; some classic shows stage a welcome return; and the newest group in town takes the stage for the first time.

   Here's the rundown:

- “Shrek the Musical, Jr.” - The Paramount Players present a one-hour version of the musical based on the animated film on May 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Arts Center in Ashland, Ky. Tickets are $9 in advance and $11 at the door.

- “Shrek the Musical” - First Stage Theatre and Developmental Therapy Center presents the musical based on the animated film on May 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m., May 5 and 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Huntington High School’s auditorium at 1 Highlander Way. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for  senior citizens and kids under 12. 

- “Alchemy Cabaret” -  Alchemy Theatre Troupe's very first performances is a cabaret to introduce their troupe to the community. Enjoy an evening of American songbook and musical theatre standards. This kick-off event has limited seating - only 75 per night! It'll be presented May 18 and 19 at 8 p.,m. at Huntington’s Union Pub and Grill! Tickets are $25 each. There will be a cash bar.

- “My Fair Lady” - Charleston Light Opera Guild presents this beloved musical at the Charleston Civic Center Little Theatre on May 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on May 6 at 2 p.m. All tickets $25 available now at charlestonlightoperaguild.org or at Civic Center Little Theatre Box Office starting April 25 open Wed - Sat. from 11 a.m.  to 1 p.m. and 1 hour before performances. Call 304-343-2287 for more information.

- “Next to Normal” - Jenny Wiley Theatre presents the musical about a not-so-typical American family on May 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 218 Second Street in Pikeville, Ky.

- “The Dixie Swim Club” - Portsmouth Little Theatre presents the play on May 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 7:30 p.m. at 1117 Lawson Street in Portsmouth, Ohio. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for senior citizens. This play is rated ”R.”

   So get out there and see a show!

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