October 2019
Wicked Warehouse
Wicked Warehouse Who said Halloween was just for kids?! Grab your friends and celebrate the spookiest day of the year at the Academy! Party with the Dundies, grab a signature spooky drink with your friends, and compete in our costume contest to win Crowd Favorite, Band Choice, Best Couple/Group, or Most Original! Tickets to this event are on sale for $10.00. A cash bar will be available on-site. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499. Tickets: General Admission: $10.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this event series, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499. Sponsored By: Know Before You Go: All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this performance unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome. Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting them (and by tagging us) in your social media posts. The Academy Center of the Arts offers a diverse…
Find out more »November 2019
Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
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Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
Find out more »Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
Find out more »Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
Find out more »Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
Find out more »Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
Find out more »Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
Find out more »Ain’t Misbehavin’
Community Through Theatre Presents: Ain't Misbehavin' A sassy, sultry musical celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller Assembled under the expert eye of director/lyricist, Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin' is one of the most popular, well-crafted revues of all time and winner of the 1978 Tony Award for Best Musical. The inimitable Thomas "Fats" Waller rose to international fame during the Golden Age of the Cotton Club and that jumpin' new beat, swing music. Although not quite a biography, Ain't Misbehavin' evokes the delightful humor and infectious energy of this American original as a versatile cast struts, strums and sings the songs that he made famous in a career that ranged from uptown clubs to downtown Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood and concert stages in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Performance Schedule: Friday, November 1, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 2:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 7:30 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 - 7:30 PM Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 7:30 PM Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 2:00 PM Tickets: Table Seat: $20.00 Standard Seat: $15.00…
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Teresa Harris presents: An Accident Waiting to Marry
Teresa Harris Presents: An Accident Waiting to Marry An Accident Waiting to Marry, written by local playwright, Dee Brown, is back by popular demand! It is a family-friendly comedy about what happens when deception and truth collide at the worst possible time. Pessimistic Divorce Counselor, Evan Boyd, is forced to rethink love and relationships when he and his 3 college friends ignite a chain of events that will change their lives forever. The talented cast includes some familiar faces, as well as some new ones, giving a fresh spin to this amusing tale of love and loss. The suspense and laughs are non-stop! And, of course, there are a few surprises along the way! Tickets: Student: $7.00 Adult: $20.00 Senior: $17.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499. Know Before You Go: All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this performance unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome. Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting them…
Find out more »Teresa Harris Presents: An Accident Waiting to Marry
Teresa Harris Presents: An Accident Waiting to Marry An Accident Waiting to Marry, written by local playwright, Dee Brown, is back by popular demand! It is a family-friendly comedy about what happens when deception and truth collide at the worst possible time. Pessimistic Divorce Counselor, Evan Boyd, is forced to rethink love and relationships when he and his 3 college friends ignite a chain of events that will change their lives forever. The talented cast includes some familiar faces, as well as some new ones, giving a fresh spin to this amusing tale of love and loss. The suspense and laughs are non-stop! And, of course, there are a few surprises along the way! Tickets: Student: $7.00 Adult: $20.00 Senior: $17.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499. Know Before You Go: All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this performance unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome. Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting them…
Find out more »Teresa Harris Presents: An Accident Waiting to Marry
Teresa Harris Presents: An Accident Waiting to Marry An Accident Waiting to Marry, written by local playwright, Dee Brown, is back by popular demand! It is a family-friendly comedy about what happens when deception and truth collide at the worst possible time. Pessimistic Divorce Counselor, Evan Boyd, is forced to rethink love and relationships when he and his 3 college friends ignite a chain of events that will change their lives forever. The talented cast includes some familiar faces, as well as some new ones, giving a fresh spin to this amusing tale of love and loss. The suspense and laughs are non-stop! And, of course, there are a few surprises along the way! Tickets: Student: $7.00 Adult: $20.00 Senior: $17.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499. Know Before You Go: All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this performance unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome. Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting them…
Find out more »December 2019
Keller Williams
WNRN Presents: Keller Williams About the Show: Keller Williams released his first album in 1994, FREEK, and has since given each of his albums a single syllable title: BUZZ, SPUN, BREATHE, LOOP, LAUGH, HOME, DANCE, STAGE, GRASS, DREAM, TWELVE, LIVE, ODD, THIEF, KIDS, BASS, PICK, FUNK, VAPE, SYNC and RAW, , those who have followed his career will know this. Each title serves as a concise summation of the concept guiding each project. GRASS, for example, is a bluegrass recording cut with the husband-wife duo The Keels. STAGE is a live album and DREAM is the realization of Keller’s wish to collaborate with some of his musical heroes. THIEF is a set of unexpected cover songs, KIDS offers Keller’s first children’s record, PICK presents Keller’s collaboration with royal bluegrass family The Travelin’ McCoury’s, and RAW is a solo acoustic album. Each album showcases Keller’s comprehensive and diverse musical endeavors and functions to provide another piece of the jigsaw puzzle that is Keller Williams. Keller’s collaborative and solo albums reflect his pursuit to create music that sounds like nothing else. Unbeholden to conventionalism, he seamlessly crosses genre boundaries. The end-product is astounding and novel music that encompasses…
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Naughty or Nice Holiday Drag Brunch
The Academy Center of the Arts, Spectrum Arts Society, and the Water Dog Present: Naughty or Nice Holiday Drag Brunch About the Show: The Academy Center of the Arts, Spectrum Arts, and the Water Dog Present the Naughty or Nice Holiday Drag Brunch at the Warehouse Theatre, 519 Commerce St., on Sunday, December 8, 2019, from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Join us for brunch, catered by the Water Dog, before kicking off the show with FOUR featured Queens performing 3 songs each! DJ Armand and "Mr. Microphone" Michael Smith will emcee while you eat, drink, and be merry! Don't forget photos with Mrs. Clause! Stop by the photo booth to snap a few holiday-themed photos to share. VIP & General Admission Table Seating tickets include brunch and seating for the show. VIP tickets with preferred seating are available. Tickets do not include the cost of beverages. A cash bar will be available on-site. Doors open at 11:00am. Show begins at 11:45am. Tickets: VIP (LIMITED AVAILABLE): $50.00 VIP tickets include admission, brunch from the Water Dog, preferred seating, and one drink special. General Admission Table Seating: $35.00 General admission tickets include…
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The Barter Players’ Frosty
The Barter Players Present: Frosty This wonderful story has been made into an exciting musical! A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the Snowman help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy and Frosty as they embark on a New York City adventure filled with thrills and chills, and as they discover that the real magic of Christmas is Love. “My audiences always enjoy these performances and beg for more.” — Jettie Baker Center, Clintwood, VA “To quote the kids, The Barter Players were amazing, awesome, and fantastic!” — Sullins Academy, Bristol, VA “In a word: WOW. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.” — Virginia Cooperative Extension, Blacksburg, VA “You guys are so passionate. We’ve had other acting groups come in, and you are the best ... Stay with us forever! You have the right attitude about theatre.” — Huntington High School, Huntington, WV Tickets: Student: $14.00 Adult: $20.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this event series, contact our Box Office at (434)…
Find out more »The Barter Players’ Frosty
The Barter Players Present: Frosty This wonderful story has been made into an exciting musical! A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the Snowman help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy and Frosty as they embark on a New York City adventure filled with thrills and chills, and as they discover that the real magic of Christmas is Love. “My audiences always enjoy these performances and beg for more.” — Jettie Baker Center, Clintwood, VA “To quote the kids, The Barter Players were amazing, awesome, and fantastic!” — Sullins Academy, Bristol, VA “In a word: WOW. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.” — Virginia Cooperative Extension, Blacksburg, VA “You guys are so passionate. We’ve had other acting groups come in, and you are the best ... Stay with us forever! You have the right attitude about theatre.” — Huntington High School, Huntington, WV Tickets: Student: $14.00 Adult: $20.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this event series, contact our Box Office at (434)…
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New Year’s Eve Bash 2019 with Audacity Brass
The Academy Presents: New Years Eve Bash with Audacity Brass Band About the Show: Join us at the Warehouse Theatre as we ring in NYE 2019 at the New Year's Eve Bash, featuring two 75-minute sets from Audacity Brass and a late-night set with DJ Phinestro, from 9:00pm - 1:00am. Celebrate the ROARING 20s with dancing, drinks, a champagne toast, and a countdown to the New Year! This event is standing room only. Doors open at 8:00pm with house music. Audacity Brass begins at 9:00pm. DJ Phinestro takes over for his late-night set after the NYE Countdown at 12am. Tickets: Advanced: $20.00 Day-of: $25.00 For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Box Office at (434) 846-8499. Sponsored By: Know Before You Go: All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this performance unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome. Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting…
Find out more »March 2020
Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time
Community Through Theatre Presents: Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time Play by Simon Stephens Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Directed by: Corey Wilson Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards and five 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Play, this thrilling production has been seen by over three million people worldwide and has been hailed by The Times as ‘a phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.’ Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs. Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Mark Haddon’s novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was published in 2003 and was the winner of more than 17 literary awards, including prizes in the US, Japan, Holland and Italy,…
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Community Through Theatre Presents: Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time Play by Simon Stephens Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Directed by: Corey Wilson Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards and five 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Play, this thrilling production has been seen by over three million people worldwide and has been hailed by The Times as ‘a phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.’ Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs. Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Mark Haddon’s novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was published in 2003 and was the winner of more than 17 literary awards, including prizes in the US, Japan, Holland and Italy,…
Find out more »Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time
Community Through Theatre Presents: Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time Play by Simon Stephens Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Directed by: Corey Wilson Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards and five 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Play, this thrilling production has been seen by over three million people worldwide and has been hailed by The Times as ‘a phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.’ Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs. Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Mark Haddon’s novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was published in 2003 and was the winner of more than 17 literary awards, including prizes in the US, Japan, Holland and Italy,…
Find out more »Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time
Community Through Theatre Presents: Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time Play by Simon Stephens Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Directed by: Corey Wilson Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards and five 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Play, this thrilling production has been seen by over three million people worldwide and has been hailed by The Times as ‘a phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.’ Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs. Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Mark Haddon’s novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was published in 2003 and was the winner of more than 17 literary awards, including prizes in the US, Japan, Holland and Italy,…
Find out more »Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time
Community Through Theatre Presents: Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time Play by Simon Stephens Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Directed by: Corey Wilson Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards and five 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Play, this thrilling production has been seen by over three million people worldwide and has been hailed by The Times as ‘a phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.’ Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs. Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Mark Haddon’s novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was published in 2003 and was the winner of more than 17 literary awards, including prizes in the US, Japan, Holland and Italy,…
Find out more »Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time
Community Through Theatre Presents: Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time Play by Simon Stephens Based on the novel by Mark Haddon Directed by: Corey Wilson Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards and five 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Play, this thrilling production has been seen by over three million people worldwide and has been hailed by The Times as ‘a phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.’ Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs. Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Mark Haddon’s novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was published in 2003 and was the winner of more than 17 literary awards, including prizes in the US, Japan, Holland and Italy,…
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