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Bright Star at Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts
Dates: 1/17/2025 - 2/1/2025
📍 Theatre: Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts
100 East McDowell Street
Matthews, NC 28105
Phone: (704) 846-8343
Tickets: $18-$28
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Based on a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star sweeps audiences into a tale of love and redemption in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina of the 1920s and '40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a returning soldier from World War II, her buried memories stir, leading to a transformative journey to understand her past and find hope for the future. With its stirring melodies and deeply resonant characters, Bright Star offers an uplifting theatrical experience that blends authenticity with unwavering hope. Recommended for ages 12 and up
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Bright Star
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Best Musical | Nominated |
Ages: 12 and older
News About Bright Star at Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts
BRIGHT STAR Comes to Matthews Playhouse
December 10, 2024 This winter, Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts will invite audiences to experience Bright Star, a moving tale of love and redemption set in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains during the 1920s and 1940s.
Matthews Playhouse Announces BRIGHT STAR And More for 29th Mainstage Season
June 13, 2024 Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Mainstage Season.About the Theatre
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Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts?
Peter and the Starcatcher (7/11/25-7/27/25)
Where is Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts located?
Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts is at 100 East McDowell Street, Matthews, NC.
What shows have played recently at Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts?
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Speakeasy (09/22/23-09/24/23)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (02/21/25-03/02/25)
Scrooge! The Musical (12/13/24-12/22/24)
One Year to Die - a New Play by Charles LaBorde (09/20/24-09/29/24)
Around the World in 80 Days (02/22/24-03/03/24)
Speakeasy (09/22/23-09/24/23)
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