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The Uwharrie Players presents the musical “Bright Star”

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The Uwharrie Players’ summer musical. Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. Music, Book, and Story by Steve Martin Music, Lyrics, and Story by Edie Brickell Director – Lena Olson Music Director –...

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The Uwharrie Players presents the musical “Bright Star”

Written by Renee VanHorn on . No Comments on The Uwharrie Players presents the musical “Bright Star”

The Uwharrie Players’ summer musical. Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. Music, Book, and Story by Steve Martin Music, Lyrics, and Story by Edie Brickell Director – Lena Olson Music Director –...

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The Uwharrie Players presents the musical “Bright Star”

Written by Renee VanHorn on . No Comments on The Uwharrie Players presents the musical “Bright Star”

The Uwharrie Players’ summer musical. Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. Music, Book, and Story by Steve Martin Music, Lyrics, and Story by Edie Brickell Director – Lena Olson Music Director –...

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The Uwharrie Players presents the musical “Bright Star”

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The Uwharrie Players’ summer musical. Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. Music, Book, and Story by Steve Martin Music, Lyrics, and Story by Edie Brickell Director – Lena Olson Music Director –...

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The Uwharrie Players’ Bright Star Auditions

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The Uwharrie Players Announce Bright Star Audition  Directed by Lena Olson Music Directed by Joseph Judge SYNOPSIS ​Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. Set in the Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina, this Bluegrass-tinged musical is rooted in Appalachian folk tales and songs.1940’s Literary Editor Alice Murphy meets Billy Cane, a young soldier just home from serving in World War II....

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The Uwharrie Players’ Bright Star Auditions

Written by Renee VanHorn on . No Comments on The Uwharrie Players’ Bright Star Auditions

The Uwharrie Players Announce Bright Star Audition  Directed by Lena Olson Music Directed by Joseph Judge SYNOPSIS ​Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. Set in the Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina, this Bluegrass-tinged musical is rooted in Appalachian folk tales and songs.1940’s Literary Editor Alice Murphy meets Billy Cane, a young soldier just home from serving in World War II....

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