Hickory – Hickory Community Theatre’s haunting production of The Woman in Black enters its final weekend, with performances Thursday through Saturday, October 30–November 1 at 7:30 PM in the Jeffers Theatre.
A masterclass in atmosphere and suspense, The Woman in Black is the perfect choice for Halloween weekend entertainment—a spine-tingling tale that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The closing performance on Saturday, November 1 will include captioning for the hearing impaired. Recommended for ages 13 and up (intense sequences may not be suitable for sensitive viewers).
Performances continue October 30 through November 1 in the Jeffers Theatre: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM. The closing performance on Saturday, November 1 will include captioning for the hearing impaired. Recommended for ages 13 and up (intense sequences may not be suitable for sensitive viewers).
Tickets: $18 adults / $12 students & youth (18 and under). Purchase at hickorytheatre.org or by phone at 828-328-2283.
Hickory Community Theatre is a funded affiliate of Arts Culture Catawba and receives sustaining support from the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Season 77 support is provided by The City of Hickory, A Cleaner World, Shurtape Technologies, Acuna & Acuna Dentistry, and BelleAge.
HANGMEN Opens November 7
Next up in the Firemen’s Kitchen, Martin McDonagh’s darkly comic thriller Hangmen opens Friday, November 7, and runs through Saturday, November 22. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sundays at 2:30 PM, and Thursday, November 20 at 7:30 PM.
Hangmen, from the Oscar-winning writer of Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, delivers McDonagh’s signature mix of biting wit, twisted humor, and unforgettable characters. Set in 1960s northern England, the play follows Harry Wade—the second-best hangman in Britain—whose retirement is interrupted by a mysterious visitor with unsettling questions.
Performances are November 7-22; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm and Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7:30pm.
Tickets: $18 adults / $12 students. Recommended for ages 18+. Visit hickorytheatre.org or call 828-328-2283 to purchase.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Halloween Midnight Showing
Join us for the 50th anniversary celebration of The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)!
This cult classic is packed with great music, dynamic characters, and over-the-top camp that’s made it a beloved part of midnight movie history. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time viewer, come celebrate 50 years of wild, weird, and wonderful cinema.
Costumes and participation encouraged. Let’s do the Time Warp again!
This cult-classic musical film lands at HCT for a Halloween midnight screening on Friday, October 31. Tickets are $18 and include a props bag. Please note: no outside props, food, or drink will be permitted. No passes or coupons apply. Rated R. Get tickets online at hickorytheatre.org or call 828-328-2283.
Theatre Guild Wine Tasting – “Frenchgiving”
The Hickory Community Theatre Guild invites you to a delicious evening of fine wine and French flair at this year’s “Frenchgiving” Wine Tasting, happening Tuesday, November 11 at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers at HCT.
Curated by sommelier Heather Baker, the event features a selection of exceptional French wines paired with hearty hors d’oeuvres designed to delight the palate. Tickets are $40 and this popular annual event always sells out—reserve early at hickorytheatre.org or call828-328-2283.
Photo: Steve Schreur plays The Actor in The Woman In Black. Final performances are October 30 through November 1 at the Hickory Community Theatre. Photo by Katherine Stone.
