Catawba College News Service

SALISBURY — Catawba College’s Shuford School of Performing Arts presents “Carrie: The Musical” in the Hedrick Little Theatre on Nov. 15, 16, 22, and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 17 at 2:30 p.m.

Winner of the Off-Broadway Alliance Award Best Musical Revival, Carrie: The Musical tells the story of a young, religious and bullied teen who longs to fit in with her classmates. Set in a small town in Maine, we are introduced to Carrie White, who has been through many hardships in her school life. During the day, she is bullied by most of her classmates and at home,  and she is dominated by her loving yet cruelly controlling mother. None of them know that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got an extraordinary power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it. Based on the novel written by Stephen King, this horror-filled musical brings attention to the thought and concept of what it costs to be kind to others.

“Working on Carrie has been an incredible collaborative effort from our whole department,” said Catawba College sophomore Madison Alwran, who plays Carrie White in the show. “Whether it’s tackling serious issues like abuse or bullying or working with special effects, our cast and crew have been amazing. I can’t wait to see everyone on opening night.”

Senior Sarah Bedini, who plays Chris Hargensen, the main bully to Carrie in the show, said, “The audience should really look forward to the magic and suspense in the show. It will be a spectacle with all the lights, music, dancing and acting.”

“Reimagining Carrie at Catawba College became a journey not just in staging a musical but in spotlighting a narrative that feels deeply resonant for today’s audience,” added Director Nicholas Fuqua. “This cast and production aim to show what happens when we treat people with compassion — or fail to.”

Tickets are $15 for adults 18-55, $10 for adults 55+ and non-Catawba students, and free for Catawba students, faculty and staff. For tickets and additional information, go to www.catawba.edu/theatretix, call the box office at 704-637-4481 between 2-5 p.m. on weekdays, or email boxoffice@catawba.edu. 

Please be advised that this musical contains heavy content such as strong language, violence, death, religious abuse, bullying, depictions of blood, homophobic slurs, animal cruelty, violence in a school setting, and mentions of sexual assault and strobe effects.