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Dracula Presented by the CPCC Theatre. New adaption by Steven Dietz that restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker's classic novel to the stage. Oct 31, Nov 1, 7, 8 at 8pm; Nov 9 at 2:30pm. $12. CPCC, P.O. Box 35009. 704-330-6436.
Elves and Trolls Join Charlotte's award-winning Grey Seal Puppets on a rollicking romp into the curious world of Elves and Trolls. Several tantalizing tales are told, with the wacky antics of a little fella named Half-Pint sandwiched in between. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Runs Oct 3-5. Center $9, Side $7. Call for timings. Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 1017 E. Morehead St. 704-376-5745.
Evita Directed by Billy Ensley, choreographed by Linda Booth. The internationally acclaimed musical about the fabulous myth of Eva, wife of Argentine dictator Juan Peron. Sep 11-13, 18-21, 25-28. Thu-Sat at 8pm, Sun at 2:30pm. Tickets $22 Fri and Sat evenings, $17 on Thu and Sun. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-376-3777.
Frankenstein: The Rock Opera Originally conceived by two Davidson students, Mary Shelley's gothic masterpiece comes alive in emotional ballads and driving rock music. Contains mature themes. Performed Oct 22-26, Wed-Sat at 8pm and on Sun at 2pm. General Admission $15, Faculty/Staff $9, Students $6. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
Good Ol' Girls This two-act musical is a whole lotta fun. It's slightly naughty, brutally frank, and an affirmation and celebration of womanhood that has been called "the Steel Magnolias of the stage." Fri., Oct. 24. Call for ticket information. George A. Batte Jr. Fine Arts Center, Wingate University. 704-233-8300.
A Grand Night For Singing CPCC Theatre kicks off its new season with a tasteful and imaginative revue of the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein. This fresh take on the music of two of the greatest American writers of musical theatre opened the 1994 Broadway season with flair and distinction, garnering wildly enthusiastic notices as well as earning two Tony nominations. Sep 26, 27 and Oct 3, 4 at 8pm, Sep 28 and Oct 5 at 2:30pm. Tickets are $12. CPCC, P.O. Box 35009. 704-330-6534.
Heartworm Special preview of a new whimsical romantic comedy by local playwright Nanci Hightower, prior to its Off-Broadway premiere in 2004. Oct 2-5. Thu, Fri and Sat at 8pm, Sat and Sun at 2:30pm. Tickets $20 for evening shows, $15 for matinees. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-376-3777.
Hedda Gabler Henrik Ibsen's character study of feminism, individuality and revenge. Directed by Carver Johns. Dec. 4-13, 8 p.m. Tickets are $15. Innervoices Theatre Company, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-502-8423.
Jar the Floor Presented by Charlotte Repertory Theatre. A look at family relationships and growing up and growing old. Recommended for mature audiences. Preview, October 18-22. Opening night October 23. October 24-November 9. Wednesday & Thursday 7:30pm, Friday & Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. Tickets range from $24-$38. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
The Littlest Angel The Littlest Angel has just arrived in Heaven and simply cannot adjust to all the new rules. Fortunately, the Understanding Angel arranges to bring him his most prized possession from Earth: a wooden box filled with childhood treasures. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Dec. 12-21. Center $12, Side $10. Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 1017 E. Morehead St. 704-376-5745.
Love Letters Written by A.R. Gurney. Sponsored by the New Stage Ensemble Theatre Company. The play is a theatre piece which, in the words of the author, "needs no theatre, no lengthy rehearsal, no special set, no memorization of lines, and no commitment from its two actors beyond the night of performance". Sept. 5 and 6 at 7pm. Admission is free, with the suggested donation of $10. Winthrop University, Rock Hill. 803-323-2399.
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom Critically Acclaimed play. Runs Nov 6-23 at 8pm. Call for more details. $15. Afro-American Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
Miss Julie August Strindberg's classic naturalistic drama is a complex examination of the human psyche, and an intense, passionate love triangle between a count's daughter, her cook, and her father's valet. Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 8 p.m. $5 w/Winthrop ID, $10 General Admission. Winthrop University, Rock Hill. 803-323-2287.
Miss Saigon From the writers of Les Miserables comes this epic story of two young lovers torn apart by the fortunes of destiny and held together by a burning passion and the fate of a small child. Nov. 18-23. $23-$61. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
Phantazmagoria A Halloween Dream - where fascinating characters, subtle mask work and the special effects of black light illusion all combine to take you on a magical journey. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Runs Oct 31 through Nov 2. Center $9, side $7. Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 1017 E. Morehead St. 704-376-5745.
