Feature: 2018-19 SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT at Foothills Playhouse

When Will Ragland became the new executive artistic director of Foothills Playhouse in Easley, SC, he surveyed 500 patrons to help guide his choices for the 2018-19 season. Last Friday, he announced his selections. It's a crowd-pleasing lineup of favorites that should make the theatre's 38th season a winner.

"We hope to embrace our community through the performance of quality, affordable entertainment for the whole family," Ragland told BWW. "I am honored to play a part in this theater's growth."

Here's the 2018-19 lineup.

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Godspell

October 5-21, 2018

Directed by Noah Taylor

Prepare ye for the timeless tale of friendship, loyalty, and love based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew. Godspell features a parade of beloved songs, including "Day by Day," "All Good Gifts," "By My Side," and "Beautiful City."

Elf the Musical, Jr

November 30-December 16, 2018

Directed by Erin Gill

Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make every youngster embrace his or her "inner elf."

Steel Magnolias

February 8-24, 2019

Directed by Mary Nickles

Concerned with a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor, this play is alternately hilarious and touching-and, in the end, deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters.

Charlotte's Web

March 29-April 14, 2019

Directed by Drew Whitley

Based on the beloved children's classic, Charlotte's Web tells the memorable story of Wilbur, a little pig who becomes famous with the help of his clever friend Charlotte. Lessons of friendship, loyalty, and truth make this story truly "terrific!"

Willy Wonka

May 31-June 16, 2019

Directed by Reed Halvorson

The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale - a musical delight for everyone's sweet tooth!

9 to 5 The Musical

July 26-August 18, 2019

Directed by Katie Halstensgard

9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, is based on the 1980 hit movie. This hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic. Hey, a girl can scheme, can't she?

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