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2012 COMMUNITY THEATRE SEASON
Rocky Mount Community Theatre
All performances take place in the Theatre at the Imperial Centre. Call (252) 972-1266 to order your season tickets today!
Hairspray
Book: Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan; Music and Lyrics: Marc Shaiman; Lyrics: Scott Wittman
March 2, 3 @ 7:30, March 4 @ 2:00; March 9, 10 @ 7:30, March 11 @ 2:00.
Auditions: Wed and Thur, Dec 14, 15, 7:00-9:00
"Welcome to the 60's!" Hairspray sweeps audiences to 1960 Baltimore, where our plucky young heroine Tracy Turnblad just wants to dance, find true love, and prove that what counts is on the inside, and not your dress size, the color of your skin, or the opinions of others. This feel good musical shows that "You Can’t Stop the Beat!"
The 39 Steps
Adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan. From the movie of Alfred Hitchcock, licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited.
April 27, 28, May 4, 5 @ 7:30; May 6 @ 2:00
Auditions: Wed and Thur, March 14, 15, 7:00-9:00
Mr. Memory. A mysterious woman. A shot rings out. A knife in the back. An escape on a train. A chase across the heath. A man missing part of his finger. A handcuffed couple. Just what are the 39 Steps? Come see this hilarious take on the classic Alfred Hitchcock movie (by way of Monty Python), with more than 100 characters, all played by four actors.
Young Actors Theatre, a workshop production
Fri, June 29 @ 7:00 pm, and Sat, June 30 @ 2:00
A production culminating from a three week intensive summer workshop for teens.
PlayShop, a workshop production
Fri, July 27 @ 7:00 pm and Sat July 28 @ 2:00 pm
An original production, performed by local youth.
Trojan Women
By Euripides
September 14, 15, 21, 22 @ 7:30; September 23 @ 2:00
Auditions: Wed and Thur, Aug 1, 2, 7:00-9:00
One of the most powerful plays ever written, the Trojan Women puts a human face on the cost of war. Written over 2000 years ago and set right at the end of the fall of Troy, this play is as timeless and provocative as ever. It’s remarkable how a voice from over two millennia ago can still speak clearly to us today.
The Mousetrap
By Agatha Christie
November 9, 10, 16, 17 @ 7:30; Nov 18 @ 2:00
Auditions: Wed and Thur, September 26, 27, 7:00-9:00
This is the classic who-dunit from the master of mystery, Agatha Christie. Strangers, trapped in a boarding house during a fierce snowstorm, find themselves confronted with the fact that one of them is a murderer. Who is it? You’ll be guessing, and on the edge of your seats, until the final moments.
The 44th Annual Christmas Chorus
Dec 7, 8 @ 7:30; Dec 9 @ 2:00
Rocky Mount's traditional opening of the Christmas season.
OPENING NIGHT RECEPTIONS
Join the Theatre staff and each show's cast following their opening night performance for a reception celebrating the production. Ticket holders for opening nights are invited to participate. Each event features complimentary drinks and snacks.
PRODUCTION PHOTOS
The Arts Center maintains a small archive of photos from past productions, and is pleased to offer a few samples of those pictures here. The archive creates a visual showcase for the Community Theatre's production work, volunteer actors and creative team. Please click to see photos from past seasons.
SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Young Actors Theatre
Ages: 13-17
Fee: $95
Location: The Theatre at the Imperial Centre
June 11 through June 28, Monday-Friday, 12:30pm to 5:15pm, with performances on June 29th at 7pmand June 30 at 2pm.
An intensive 3 week theatrical workshop, YAT allows students to create a theatrical production. In the space of three weeks, the participants audition, rehearse and perform a production, as well as participate in construction of props, sets and costumes for the show.
Registration Info: Register at the Arts Center, 270 Gay Street, or by phone at 972-1163.
PlayShop
Ages: 8 - 12
Fee: $95
Location: The Theatre at the Imperial Centre
July 9 through July 26, Monday-Friday, 12:30pm to 5:15pm, with performances on July 27th at 7pm and July 28th at 2pm.
PlayShop is a 3 week workshop in basic theatrical production techniques. In the space of three weeks, the participants audition, rehearse and perform a production, as well as learn about sets, costumes and props.
Registration Info: Register at the Arts Center, 270 Gay Street, or by phone at 972-1163.
AUDITIONS
Auditions for Community Theatre productions take place throughout the year, approximately 6 to 8 weeks before performance dates. Audition information may be obtained by calling the theatre office at 252-972-1156.
Perusal scripts for all shows are available at the Theatre Box Office. Scripts may be checked out for 48 hours. There is a $5 deposit for non-musicals, and a $10 deposit for musicals.
BOX OFFICE
Call or come by between 10 AM and 5 PM, Tuesday - Saturday. The box office is located at the Imperial Centre, inside the Arts Center’s Galleries, 270 Gay Street. Visa and MasterCard accepted.
Box Office: 252-972-1266
Season tickets are $34 for adults, $30 for Seniors & Students, and may be purchased through March 11, 2012.
Musicals, $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $6 for students and children
Plays, $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and $6 for students and children
For more information, email arts@imperialcentre.org
