Don't miss performances of the Broadway musical Bright Star at the Emma Kelly Theater this week. Shows are Thursday, April 20, through Saturday, April 22, at 7:30pm, with a matinee on Sunday, April 23, at 3pm. Tickets are $25, with discounts available for military, first responders, city/county employees, and students. You can purchase tickets online now. A portion of Friday night's proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society in support of the Relay for Life, which will happen downtown that same night.
The Averitt Center’s presentation of Bright Star features some of your favorite local performers, as well as several very talented newcomers. A lot of hard work has gone into making this a one-of-a-kind event you don’t want to miss! Bright Star is directed by Statesboro icon Brandi Harvey. Inspired by a real event and featuring the Grammy-nominated score by Steven Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy (played by Rachel Elkins) meets a young soldier named Billy (Ryan Wolfe) just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past – and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. Propelled by an ensemble of onstage musicians and dancers, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion, beautiful melodies, and powerfully moving performances. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tight in its grasp, Bright Star is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.
Cast List:
- Alice Murphy - Rachel Elkins
- Billy Cane - Ryan Wolfe
- Daddy Cane - Todd Williford
- Margo - Sarah DeProspero
- Max - John Shaw
- Florence - Macy Tankersley
- Edna - Sara Andrews
- Daryl - Eddie Frazier
- Lucy - Elisabeth O'Quinn
- Mama Murphy - Pam Baggett
- Daddy Murphy - Alan Tyson
- Mayor Dobbs - Jamey Saunders
- Jimmy Ray Dobbs - Patrick Vereen
- Stanford - Ben Tankersley
- Dr. Norquist - John Parcels
- Government Clerk - Christie McLendon
- Station Master - Alex Harper
- Well Dressed Woman - Tara Jeffers
- Attorney - Matt Spence
- Spirits- Tate Miller, Liz Harvey, Kenz Harvey
- Ensemble
- Thom Mortimore, Bishop Harper, John Shaw, Amy Boatright, Nichole Deal, Felicia Dunn, Tara Jeffers, Elizabeth Camiscioli, Julia Curiel, Heather Mims, Tate Miller, Liz Harvey, Kenz Harvey, Matt Spence. Alex Harper. Rose Bishop, Christie McLendon, John Parcels. Ben Tankersley, Pam Baggett, Alan Tyson, Macy Tankersley, Sara Andrews, Madison Harvey, Mike McLendon
- Director Credits
- Director: Brandi Harvey
- Music Director: Robert Cottle
- Choreographer: Danielle Adams
- Stage Manager: Annika Simpson
- Costumer: Melinda Roell
