Masterworx Presents: The Beale Treasure Anthology
The Beale Treasure Anthology
“The following details of an incident that happened many years ago, but which has lost none of its interest on that account, are now given to the public for the first time.” In 1885, a pamphlet titled “The Beale Papers” was published, containing three numerical ciphers and a wild tale of adventure that promised to lead the reader to a buried treasure beyond anyone’s wildest dreams, hidden somewhere in Bedford County, Virginia. But as tantalizing as a multi-million-dollar get-rich-quick scheme might be, the numbers don’t seem to add up. Was the treasure a hoax? The ciphers themselves? Did this “Thomas J. Beale”, or any of the other colorful characters described in the papers, even exist? The mystery remains to this day. In a celebration not only of Southwest Virginia’s unique history but Lynchburg’s legacy of extraordinary community theatre, a team of local writers explores the many mysteries of The Beale Treasure through this anthology of vignettes.
Event Information
This event is a facility rental and is not produced or presented by the Academy Center of the Arts. All views and content are those of the presenting organization.
Audience Guide:
All Ages
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Phone: (434) 846-8499
Email: boxoffice@academycenter.org
Visit: 519 Commerce St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
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Performance Notice:
This is a concert-style event, and standing or dancing may occur.
Tickets:
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General Admission- $24*
For Students- $19*
*Plus taxes
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Age Requirement
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Camera Policy
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Doors Open
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Volunteer
Want to volunteer and see this show for free? Contact Kyle Greaney, kgreaney@academycenter.org, for more information.