The 468-seat Clyde and Sandra Strickland Grand Stage. Photo provided.
By Tony Sandrew
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. | As Aurora Theatre reaches a historic milestone—its 30th season—it invites you to celebrate three decades of storytelling, community, and artistic excellence. Season 30 promises an electrifying lineup of productions that bring together beloved classics, heartwarming traditions, uproarious comedy, and groundbreaking new work. This season is a tribute to the dazzling moments we create together when art, community, and connection unite.
Here is the line-up for the 30th season:
The Wiz: August 15 – September 7: Kicking off the season in grand fashion, The Wiz reimagines L. Frank Baum’s classic tale, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, with a soul-stirring score and vibrant storytelling. With direction by Marlon Burnley, choreography by Akeem Edwards, and musical direction by Ann-Carol Pence, this high-energy musical will inspire and uplift audiences of all ages.
Christmas Canteen: November 28 – December 21: Aurora Theatre’s beloved holiday tradition returns with Christmas Canteen, a festive spectacular filled with music, comedy, and holiday cheer. Directed by Katie Erin Chambers, with choreography by Kari Twyman and musical direction by Ann-Carol Pence, this production is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.
The Play That Goes Wrong: January 22 – February 15, 2026: Laughter takes center stage in The Play That Goes Wrong, a brilliantly chaotic comedy by Henry Lewis, Henry Shields, and Jonathan Sayer. Under the expert direction of Heidi McKerley, this madcap masterpiece guarantees non-stop hilarity as a group of actors desperately try to hold their show together amidst a series of disastrous mishaps.
Initiative: March 26 – April 19, 2026: Bringing fresh, original storytelling to the stage, Initiative is a world premiere play by Jacob York, directed by Katie Erin Chambers. This compelling new work will captivate audiences with its innovative narrative and thought-provoking themes, further cementing Aurora Theatre’s commitment to producing bold and dynamic new works.
In the Heights: May 28 – June 21, 2026: Closing out the season is Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights, a Tony Award-winning musical that pulses with the rhythms of New York City’s Washington Heights neighborhood. Directed and choreographed by Ricardo Aponte, with musical direction by Ann-Carol Pence, this exhilarating production tells a story of love, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams.
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