Wallace State Community College Theatre Department announces show times for its upcoming production of “Peter and the Starcatcher.” The musical production will be held Friday-Sunday, Nov. 8-10 at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Garlan E. Gudger Sr. Student Center. Shows will be held Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.. Admission is a $10 donation for adults, $5 for students and children under 12.

A Tony Award-winning play, “Peter and the Starcatcher” tells the story of the origins of Peter Pan from a miserable orphan to The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up. Written by Rick Elice, the story is a wildly theatrical adaptation of the best-selling novel by Dave Berry and Ridley Pearson, with stage direction by Roger Rees and Alex Timbers and music by Wayne Barker.

From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, “Peter and the Starcatcher” playfully explores the depths of greed and despair…and the bonds of friendship, duty and love.

“This show is a high-energy, fast-paced adventure for both the actors and audience,” Angela Green, director and Theatre program instructor, said. “The set, designed by Mark Eccleston, is like a playscape jungle gym for the actors. I wanted this production to feel like a show you might have put on in the backyard for the neighborhood. As if some things, like a treehouse, could be turned into a pirate ship and curtains could be fashioned out of old bedsheets.”

James Knear of Arab will star as Peter, with Tristan Moseley of Mobile as Prentiss and Em Sharp of Bremen as Ted.

Elijah Hammick of Arab will portray the pirate Black Stache, with Ella Gibbs of Arab as Smee, Brynn McCain of Arab as Sanchez, Joshia Johnson of Cullman as Greggors and Breanna Briscoe of Arley, Kenzie Johnson of Pinson and Rebekah Clay of Homewood as additional pirates. Briscoe, Johnson and McCain will also act as Natives/Mollusks.

Other cast members include Trae Barker of Addison as Mack and a Native/Mollusks, Emma Sue Carnes of Hartselle as Teacher Mermaid and Sailor, Alli Bess Chenault of Moulton as Mrs. Bumbrake, Avery Drake Vinemont as Bill Slank, Colter Drake of Vinemont as Lord Aster, Illora Goodwin of Cullman as a Sailor and Native/Mollusks, Aiden Helms of Cullman as a Sailor, Ariel Jacobs of Cullman as a Sailor, Andy McRae of Cullman as Grempkin, Haley Newman, all of Cullman, as Sailor Cade Reid of Cullman as Captain Scott, ReAnna Rusk of Fairview as Molly Aster, and Reese Sheffield of Cullman as Alf.

Upcoming performances

Wallace State’s Concert Band and Jazz Band will honor our nation’s veterans with its annual “Salute to United States Veterans,” on Monday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m., in the Burrow Center Recital Hall. Admission is free and all area veterans are encouraged to attend.

The Allegro Dance Theatre in conjunction with Ballet South will present its annual production of “The Nutcracker” Nov. 23-24 at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Gudger Student Center. Shows will be held at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 23 and at 2 p.m., on Sunday, Nov. 24. Admission is $17 for adults, $12 for children 10 and under and $5 for Wallace State students.

The annual “Christmas Spectacular” will round out the performances for the fall semester and features all the Wallace State performing ensembles, including the Jazz Band, Concert Band, Percussion Ensemble, Concert Choir, Wallace State Singers, Allegro Dance Theatre, and Wallace State Theatre. The performance will be on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m., at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Gudger Student Center. Admission is free.

The annual “Broadway Night” will kick off events for the Spring 2025 semester on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. The event allows Wallace State students to show off their skills and talents as they choose the songs they will sing and the choreography. Broadway night will be held in the Burrow Center Recital Hall. Admission is a $10 donation.

Wallace State Theatre will present a musical adaptation of “Little Women” March 7-9 at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Gudger Student Center. Shows will be held at 7 p.m., on Friday and Saturday, March 7-8 and at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 9. Admission is a $10 donation for adults, $5 for students and children under 12.

The Wallace State Vocal Ensembles, which include the Wallace State Singers and Wallace State Choir, will perform “Chaos/Connection” March 14-15 at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Gudger Student Center. Shows will be held at 7 p.m., each night. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12. The ensembles will take this show on the road to Washington, D.C., March 21-26 to “use the power of song to weave together a story for every person, every experience, and every heart who has ever needed to find peace, love, joy and connection.”

Allegro Dance Theatre will present its annual “Spring Showcase” on Thursday March 20 at 7 p.m., at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Gudger Student Center. The student-generated performance showcases the students’ talents in choreography, costuming and more. Admission is a $10 donation for adults, $5 for students and children under 12.

The “Solo & Chamber Ensemble Recital” will be held on Thursday, April 3 at 7 p.m., in the Burrow Center Recital Hall. The event will feature instrumental and vocal performances by Wallace State’s small ensembles and soloists.

Wallace State Jazz Band will celebrate more than 45 years when it holds its annual “Big Band Dance” on Friday, April 18 at 7 p.m., at the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12. In recognition of over 45 years of existence, the Jazz Band is also forming a WSCC Alumni Band. Contact Amy Seymore at 256-352-8277 or amy.seymore@wallacestate.edu for more information.

“Spring Under the Stars” is the final event of the 2024-2025 season and provides a recap of all the performances from the season from all the ensembles. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event on Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m. Food trucks will be on hand. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for outdoor seating. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved into the Burrow Center.

For information about “Peter and the Starcatcher” and other Fine and Performing Arts performances, contact Seymore.