Maggie Cansler Ness in "Beautiful," TNT plans a rummage sale, 'Hollywood' in Wetumpka, plus more

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At Red Mountain Theatre, Maggie Cansler Ness takes on 'Beautiful' role she helped create

Fourteen years ago, Maggie Cansler Ness joined other actors at a table, taking part in the first reading of "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical." She read the role of songwriter Cynthia Weil. Now, in 2024, she's finally playing the role in a production of "Beautiful" at Red Mountain Theatre.

TNT plans rummage sale

As Terrific New Theatre continues its ambitious capital campaign, it's planning a rummage sale for August. You can donate to it with drop-off days on select dates.

Review: Hollywood comes to Wetumpka with 'Hooray for Harry Wood'

"Hooray for Harry Wood," the new comedy getting its premiere at the Wetumpka Depot, isn't perfect, but playwrights Kristy Meanor and Doug Segrest are still working on their love letter to classic Hollywood.

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What to see this week

"The Drowsy Chaperone" (Through Sunday, ACTA Theatre) READ PREVIEW

"Prelude to a Kiss" (Through July 27, Theatre Downtown) READ REVIEW, READ PREVIEW

"Hooray for Harry Wood" (Through July 27, Wetumpka Depot Players) READ PREVIEW, READ REVIEW

"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" (Through Aug. 11, Alabama Shakespeare Festival)

"Summer Shorts" (July 19-21, South City Theatr e)

"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" (July 19-Aug. 11, Red Mountain Theatre) READ PREVIEW

"Anastasia" (July 25-Aug. 4, Leeds Arts Council)

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