Live Theater is Booming in New Bern
- Nov 9, 2016
- 2 min read
New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) is community theater at its finest! Shows are touted as Broadway quality. The current show Mary Poppins is a Huge Hit and the Shows are selling out FAST!
Everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure. Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers, and astonishing stagecraft.
Local reviews: "THIS WAS A BROADWAY SHOW... You guys ROCK!!!"
New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) announces the 2017 Season.
NBCT is proud to be an important part of the New Bern Community for over 40 years. Performing hundreds of shows for audiences both young and young at heart. NBCT has always been about more than just entertainment; it is about honoring the mission statement: To enrich, empower, include, educate, and entertain.
Next to Normal - drama
Book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt
Jan. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 @ 7:30pm; Jan. 15, 22 @ 2pm
Gem of the Ocean – drama by August Wilson
Feb. 17, 18, 24, 25 @ 7:30pm; Feb. 19, 26 @ 2pm
Once on this Island, Jr. - musical
Book and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Music by Stephen Flaherty
March 17, 18, 24, 31 April 1 @ 7:30pm; March 19, 26 @ 2pm
Catch Me if You Can – musical comedy
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Based on the DreamWorks Motion Picture
May 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 @ 7:30pm; May 7, 14 @ 2pm
To Kill a Mockingbird - drama
Adapted by Christopher Sergel. From the novel by Harper Lee.
By the Saax Bradbury Players
July 7, 8, 14, 15 @ 7:30pm; July 9, 16 @ 2pm
Around the World in 80 Days – comedic adventure
Adapted by Mark Brown from the Jules Verne novel
Sept. 8, 9, 15, 16 @ 7:30pm; Sept. 10, 17 @ 2pm
Tim Rice and Elton John’s Aida - musical
Nov. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 @ 7:30pm; Nov. 5, 12 @ 2pm
