Flat Rock Playhouse Presents STEEL MAGNOLIAS Next Month
Performances run May 12 - 28 at Flat Rock Playhouse on the Leiman Mainstage.
Written in just 10 days as a tribute to his sister Susan by playwright Robert Harling, Steel Magnolias explores the relationships between a tight-knit group of Louisiana southern ladies who gather in Truvy's small-town beauty parlor, celebrating the milestones in each other's lives. Filled with hilarious repartee and humorously acerbic verbal lacerations, the play deepens when the spunky Shelby (who is diabetic) contradicts her doctor's advice and risks pregnancy. Steel Magnolias exemplifies the universal and unconditional strengths of sisterhood, resilience, and love.
Steel Magnolias is directed by Anne Hering who currently lives in Orlando where she serves as the Education Director and resident director/actor for Orlando Shakes. Over the course of her career she has directed Shakespeare, contemporary plays and children's theatre. "I am so excited to direct Steel Magnolias at the State Theatre of North Carolina. This modern classic celebrates women and female friendship at all ages and the tradition of the weekly beauty salon experience. Bring a sister! Bring a friend! Bring your husband!" - Director, Anne Hering
Steel Magnolias is supported by a strong cast filled with long-time Playhouse favorites Janie Bushway (Ouiser), Linda Edwards (Clairee), Lynn Penny (M'Lynn), and Marcy McGuigan (Truvy), and features new Vagabonds Lexis Danca (Shelby) and Amanda Tong (Annelle).
Steel Magnolias is presented by Bliss Salon, Tryon Estates ACTS Retirement Life Community and Kim & Dave Hinkelman. Flat Rock Playhouse's 2023 Season is supported by Charlotte & Bob Otto, Optimum, WHKP, and WTZQ as well as the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. www.NCArts.org
For a complete lineup with show descriptions and to purchase tickets, visit www.flatrockplayhouse.org.
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2026-27 First Bank Broadway Season - Friday Night Plan Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (8/20-8/20) |
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2026-27 First Bank Broadway Season - Wednesday Night Plan Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (8/18-8/18) |
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SHOWSTOPPERS! Mountain Theatre Company (8/12-8/30) |
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Sovereignty Three Bone Theatre (8/21-9/06) |
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Carswell Holler Parkway Playhouse (8/20-8/23) |
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Home for the Holidays: A Joyful Noise Mountain Theatre Company (12/11-12/28) |
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2026-27 First Bank Broadway Season - Sunday Night Plan Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (8/22-8/22) |
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Carolina New Works Play Festival Three Bone Theatre (7/31-8/02) |
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& Juliet Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: Belk Theater (8/11-8/16) |
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A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Show Flat Rock Playhouse (11/27-12/20) |