We had a blast celebrating the end of our 63rd Mainstage Season at our 2nd Annual Purple Party! Thank you to everyone who came out & celebrated with us. We’re so thankful for everyone’s time and dedication to our organization this past year. You are the true magic makers. We could not have done it without you!

We had the honor of awarding our 2nd Annual McClay Service to Theatre Award to long-time volunteer L. Enitza Gillespie. Enitza has served in many positions at FPCTA during her 30+ years of service. From Shoe Lady to House Manager and everything in between, Enizta has had an immeasurable impact on our organization. We are so thankful for her service and are looking forward to the years to come. Thank you Enitza!

We ended the night with the announcement of the 64th Mainstage Season titles. In order of performance, we are proud to present our 64th Season:

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Based on the work of L. Frank Baum | Adapted by Stephen Tyler Davis

Directed by Nikkia Dollar & Stephen Tyler Davis

A Christmas Carol

Based on the work of Charles Dickens | Adapted by Cherie Evans

Directed by Cherie Evans & Mickey Johnson | Assistant Director & Choreographer Claire Christian

Sleeping Beauty & the Big Green Pea

An Original Work by Stephen Tyler Davis

Directed by Jenni & Michael Wood

A Wrinkle In Time

Based on the Book by Madeline L’Engle | Adapted by James Sie

Directed by Fathia Hardy & Stephen Tyler Davis

A Wrinkle in Time is produced with special arrangement with Crosswicks, Ltd. and Stage Partners (www.yourstagepartners.com)

A Wrinkle In Time by Madeline L’Engle

© 1962 Crosswicks, Ltd. All rights Reserved.

Season Ticket renewals open on June 1. We can’t wait to see you for the 64th Season! Don’t forget, the magic continues through the summer with our Summer Camps! Register online, HERE

Photos by Jeff White Photographer

Thank you to everyone who attended our fundraising event Cocktails Under the Stars. We had an incredible time celebrating all things Fantasy and the world premiere of Space Monkeys! The Adventures of Baker & Able.

A special thank you to our BOD Committee that planned the event and to Morgan Stanley for being our presenting sponsor for Cocktails Under the Stars.

Check out the full gallery below:

We had an incredible time celebrating all of the talented playwrights whose works were selected for our first ever New Kids Play Fest! A huge thank you to all the playwrights for submitting their work, the volunteers who dedicated their time to bringing the plays to life, and the volunteers who helped run the show!

We were so honored to award cash prizes to our winning playwrights. Listed below:

1. Best of Fest: C.A.M.P Camp by Robyn Mitchell

2. Best Twist: The Frog Princess by Emily Lewis

3. Best Group Collab: The Buzz in the Bankhead by Univ. of Montevallo Students

4. Fantasy Legacy: Let The Magic Continue by Kendra Kizer & Michael Wood with assistance from Mac Wood

5. Audience Favorite - 10 Minute: ADHbee by L.J. Underwood

6. Audience Favorite - One Act: SCRAPS: The Patchwork Girl of Oz by Gabrielle Purdum

7. Audience Favorite - Full Length: First Wish: The Origin of Fairy Godmothers by Kendra Kizer

The New Kids Play Fest was made possible in part by Alabama State Council on the Arts!