The Department of Performing Arts presents two great shows in the Black Box Theatre as part of the Black Box Festival.
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Tuesday–Saturday, April 24-28
Black Box Festival: A Man of No Importance plus Dog Sees God
Black Box Theatre, Tuesday-Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7:30 p.m.
A Man of No Importance is based on the 1994 Albert Finney film with beautiful music and lyrics by Ahrens and Flaherty (Ragtime, Once On This Island). Based in Dublin, an amateur theatre group and their leader, Alfie, discover the power of art, love, friendship and the courage to stand up for one’s beliefs. Directed by Lynne Kurdziel-Formato; Musical Direction by Matthew Webb; Performances on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $12 or Elon ID. Reservations are highly recommended and will be taken beginning April 17 by calling (336) 278-5650.
A twist on Charles Schulz’s “Peanuts” characters, Dog Sees God explores the growing pains of finding who you are through the darker, teenage days. ?Written by Burt V. Royal; Directed by Dylan Moon and produced entirely by Elon performing arts majors. Wednesday and Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m.
Admission: Tickets will be $10 for the general public or free with a Phoenix card, and ticket reservations can be made by e-mailing ElonTKTS@gmail.com.