DRAMA
September 10 - 22, 2024
Bull Durham
Admission: $35+
See Broadway's Hamilton star, Nik Walker, in this amazing show! Bull Durham, A New Musical is based on the classic MGM film, tells the story of three lives brought together by America’s two favorite pastimes: baseball and love. Veteran catcher ‘Crash’ Davis has been brought to the Durham Bulls to prepare rookie Ebby Calvin ‘Nuke’ LaLoosh, a hot rod pitcher with a ‘million dollar arm and a five cent head! for the majors. Annie Savoy, self-appointed high priestess and muse of the Bulls, has a hard decision to make – every season she transforms one lucky player from an also-ran to an all-star by sharing with them her wisdom, experience, and bed. The love triangle heats up quickly as each character struggles with their own desires and hopes for what the future holds. Bull Durham is a pitch perfect blend of comedy, drama, and steamy romance.
Theatre Raleigh at Duke University
Reynolds Industries Theater
125 Science Drive, Durham, NC
(919) 832-9997
www.theatreraleigh.com
September 11 - 29, 2024
Crumbs from the Table of Joy
Admission: $20+
Hope in the heart of Brooklyn
Explore 1950s Brooklyn with 17-year-old Ernestine Crump in this compelling story that sparkles with charm. Amid social upheaval and family challenges, follow the Crump family's journey for the American Dream. Delicately weaving humor, heart, and nostalgia, it’s an unforgettable theatrical celebration that invites you to revel in the power of hope and resilience.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
www.playmakersrep.orgountr
September 13 - 22, 2024
Native
Admission: $21.45+
A courageous conversation about Racism, Native is a relevant and powerful production based on the true story of the collaboration between Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Green and the controversial author of Native Son, Richard Wright. Presented as a co-production with reclaiming our time
an ebzb production.
North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre
7713-51 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
www.nract.org
September 26 - October 6, 2024
Bob Marley's Three Little Birds
Admission: $26+
This youthful tale of adventure that features the timeless music of Bob Marley.
Pure Life Theatre
15 E Peace St, Raleigh, NC 27604
www.purelifetheatre.com
November 26 - December 15, 2024
The Christmas Case of Hezekiah Jones
Admission: $20+
From the North Pole to North Carolina. Embark on a whimsical journey with Dizzle Jollyworth, one of Santa's frontline elves. We find him struggling to find purpose in his North Pole life when he's dispatched to North Carolina on a special mission – to reignite Christmas magic for a grief-stricken toymaker. Join us for a festive world premiere of a Christmas tale made just for you.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
www.playmakersrep.org
March 5 - 23, 2025
Confederates
Admission: $20+
History isn’t a straight line. This groundbreaking play weaves a tapestry of parallel struggles for two brilliant Black women living centuries apart. Sara, a Union spy during the Civil War, and Sandra, a modern-day university professor, confront intersecting biases of racism and sexism that feel all too familiar. It’s a provocative, highly theatrical exploration that challenges perceptions and resonates with humor and intelligence.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
www.playmakersrep.org
March 13 - 30, 2025
Being Chaka
Chaka, a 16 year old African American high school student, transfers to a private school where he is haunted, literally and metaphorically, by the ghosts of generational trauma and systemic racism. Chaka and his classmates must learn to grapple with their histories, families and cultures– or else let the past consume them. A Co-production with Tea Artistry.Rd, C
Burning Coal Theatre
224 Polk Street, Raleigh
www.burningcoal.org
August 5 - 10, 2025
The Wiz
Admission: TBA
THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years. Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and Chicago Tribune proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival! This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC
(919) 680-2787
www.dpacnc.com
September 10 - 22, 2024
Bull Durham
Admission: $35+
See Broadway's Hamilton star, Nik Walker, in this amazing show! Bull Durham, A New Musical is based on the classic MGM film, tells the story of three lives brought together by America’s two favorite pastimes: baseball and love. Veteran catcher ‘Crash’ Davis has been brought to the Durham Bulls to prepare rookie Ebby Calvin ‘Nuke’ LaLoosh, a hot rod pitcher with a ‘million dollar arm and a five cent head! for the majors. Annie Savoy, self-appointed high priestess and muse of the Bulls, has a hard decision to make – every season she transforms one lucky player from an also-ran to an all-star by sharing with them her wisdom, experience, and bed. The love triangle heats up quickly as each character struggles with their own desires and hopes for what the future holds. Bull Durham is a pitch perfect blend of comedy, drama, and steamy romance.
Theatre Raleigh at Duke University
Reynolds Industries Theater
125 Science Drive, Durham, NC
(919) 832-9997
www.theatreraleigh.com
September 11 - 29, 2024
Crumbs from the Table of Joy
Admission: $20+
Hope in the heart of Brooklyn
Explore 1950s Brooklyn with 17-year-old Ernestine Crump in this compelling story that sparkles with charm. Amid social upheaval and family challenges, follow the Crump family's journey for the American Dream. Delicately weaving humor, heart, and nostalgia, it’s an unforgettable theatrical celebration that invites you to revel in the power of hope and resilience.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
www.playmakersrep.orgountr
September 13 - 22, 2024
Native
Admission: $21.45+
A courageous conversation about Racism, Native is a relevant and powerful production based on the true story of the collaboration between Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Green and the controversial author of Native Son, Richard Wright. Presented as a co-production with reclaiming our time
an ebzb production.
North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre
7713-51 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
www.nract.org
September 26 - October 6, 2024
Bob Marley's Three Little Birds
Admission: $26+
This youthful tale of adventure that features the timeless music of Bob Marley.
Pure Life Theatre
15 E Peace St, Raleigh, NC 27604
www.purelifetheatre.com
November 26 - December 15, 2024
The Christmas Case of Hezekiah Jones
Admission: $20+
From the North Pole to North Carolina. Embark on a whimsical journey with Dizzle Jollyworth, one of Santa's frontline elves. We find him struggling to find purpose in his North Pole life when he's dispatched to North Carolina on a special mission – to reignite Christmas magic for a grief-stricken toymaker. Join us for a festive world premiere of a Christmas tale made just for you.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
www.playmakersrep.org
March 5 - 23, 2025
Confederates
Admission: $20+
History isn’t a straight line. This groundbreaking play weaves a tapestry of parallel struggles for two brilliant Black women living centuries apart. Sara, a Union spy during the Civil War, and Sandra, a modern-day university professor, confront intersecting biases of racism and sexism that feel all too familiar. It’s a provocative, highly theatrical exploration that challenges perceptions and resonates with humor and intelligence.
PlayMakers Repertory Company
120 Country Club Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
www.playmakersrep.org
March 13 - 30, 2025
Being Chaka
Chaka, a 16 year old African American high school student, transfers to a private school where he is haunted, literally and metaphorically, by the ghosts of generational trauma and systemic racism. Chaka and his classmates must learn to grapple with their histories, families and cultures– or else let the past consume them. A Co-production with Tea Artistry.Rd, C
Burning Coal Theatre
224 Polk Street, Raleigh
www.burningcoal.org
August 5 - 10, 2025
The Wiz
Admission: TBA
THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years. Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and Chicago Tribune proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival! This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.
Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC
(919) 680-2787
www.dpacnc.com