SUBSCRIBE TO OUR EIGHT-SHOW SEASON
10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION & SAVE ALMOST 50% OFF!
REGULAR TICKET PRICES:
$35 Regular / VSC The Three Musketeers $45
(4 shows for $140/$150 or 8 shows for $290)
ALMOST 50% OFF WITH SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGE:
All 8 Shows for $149!
This year's subscriptions include four one-night-only shows and three shows that you get to select to attend on either FRIDAY NIGHTS, SATURDAY MATINEES, SATURDAY NIGHTS or SUNDAY MATINEES. For example, if you select the "SUNDAY MATINEES" package, you would see the four one-night-only shows on their specific dates and times and see the other four productions during their performance weeks on Sundays at 2:00pm.
SHOW DESCRIPTIONS & INFORMATION
All titles, dates & times are subject to change.
SOMETHING TO BEHOLD
ONE NIGHT ONLY - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 - 7:30PM
NSU BROWN MEMORIAL HALL MAINSTAGE THEATER DIRECTIONS
Theatre is the oldest student activity at Norfolk State University – almost as old as the institution itself. Join us for this NSU Theatre Company Season Subscriber EXCLUSIVE event! The documentary chronicles each era of talent, leadership, and development of theatre at NSU as we remember why NSU Theatre has always been Something to Behold! A post-show talkback and reception immediately follows the premiere.
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See the Official Movie Trailer here: https://youtu.be/ChgT3-ZJfeQ
THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN
SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2023
NSU BROWN MEMORIAL HALL MAINSTAGE THEATER DIRECTIONS
Hot off the heels of its newly minted status as the highest grossing show in NSU Theatre history, NSU Theatre Company presents the encore of their critically acclaimed, post-Broadway premiere production of Thoughts of a Colored Man! Infused with poetry, music, comedy and drama -- this unforgettable exploration into what it means to be a man of color in the 21st century is an experience you don't want to miss! In 2021, Thoughts of a Colored Man became the first Broadway show in history written, directed, starring and lead produced by black men.
​** Thoughts of a Colored Man contains very strong adult language and situations. Children 11 & under are not recommended without an adult.**
THE QUEENS TRIBUTE:
WHITNEY, TINA & ARETHA
ONE NIGHT ONLY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2023 - 5:00PM
NSU L. DOUGLAS WILDER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER DIRECTIONS
This is the expanded encore you have been waiting for! Join us as we celebrate the Queen of Pop, the Queen of Rock and the Queen of Soul for this not to be missed NSU Homecoming 2023 Kick-off Event!
FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF
NOVEMBER 17-19, 2023
NSU BROWN MEMORIAL HALL MAINSTAGE THEATER DIRECTIONS
The wait is over! The long awaited revival of our 2019 National Black Theatre Festival production of For Colored Girls is here! This powerful, groundbreaking, Obie award-winning “choreopoem” is equal parts celebration, ceremony, liberation and healing. Curated by seven women and filled with poetry, drama, music and dance – For Colored Girls delves into what it means to be alive, woman and black.
* For Colored Girls contains very strong adult language and situations. Children 11 & under are not recommended without an adult.*
A VALENTINES TRIBUTE
TO LUTHER VANDROSS
ONE NIGHT ONLY - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2024 - 7:30PM
NSU L. DOUGLAS WILDER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER DIRECTIONS
Everyone has a favorite Luther song ... what's yours? Few artists captured audience hearts like Luther Vandross. This heartfelt "Vegas Style" love letter to Luther features the music you love and the voice of William "Smooth" Wardlaw, whom Tom Joyner calls, "the reincarnation of one of the greatest R&B crooners of all times!" Join NSU Theatre Company singers & dancers, “Smooth” and the Luther-Relives team for a night of Love and Luther for Valentine’s Day!
THE THREE MUSKETEERS
MARCH 08-10, 2024
VIRGINIA STAGE COMPANY at the WELLS THEATRE DIRECTIONS
One of the most famous Black French authors’ most famous story comes to life as we continue our partnership with Virginia Stage Company! Porthos, Aramis and Athos – and their new friend D’Artagnan take us on the swashbuckling adventure of a lifetime as they search for fun, love and justice!
THE COLOR PURPLE
APRIL 12-14, 2024
NSU BROWN MEMORIAL HALL MAINSTAGE THEATER DIRECTIONS
The highest grossing musical in NSU history returns for a revival in our 10th season anniversary! See the amazing stage musical before the new movie version hits screens this Christmas! With a soul-raising score of jazz, gospel, ragtime and blues, The Color Purple gives an exhilarating new spirit to this Pulitzer Prize-winning story. Don’t miss this stunning re-imagining of an epic story about a young woman’s journey to love and triumph in the American South. It’s the musical sensation that New York Magazine calls “one of the greatest revivals ever.” Experience the exhilarating power of this Tony-winning triumph!
​*The Color Purple contains adult themes and language.*
THE 8TH ANNUAL
NSU THEATRE COMPANY AWARDS
ONE NIGHT ONLY - SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2024 - 5:30PM
NSU BROWN MEMORIAL HALL MAINSTAGE THEATER DIRECTIONS
Join us for our annual awards show for an amazing pre-show reception, performances, honorees and more as we celebrate the achievements and success of the 10th Anniversary of the NSU Theatre Company!
*Semi-formal evening attire suggested.*