February 19- 28, 2027
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm/ Sundays at 3:00pm
In the McCreary Theatre
Produced by: Arts Culture Catawba & ALFA
Book by Joyce Moyer Hostetter
Blue is a powerful historical drama set in 1944 during World War ll and inspired by the real-life polio epidemic that affected Hickory, North Carolina. Through the eyes of young Ann Fay Honeycutt, the story explores family, friendship, resilience, and the challenges communities faced during a time of uncertainty. Against the backdrop of segregation in the American South, the story examines how fear, prejudice, and decision impacted daily life while highlighting moments of compassion. courage, and hope. Rich in local history, Blue offers an inspiring look at a community coming together in the face of adversity.
Tickets will be available:
Benefactor- January 19, 2027
Season Ticket Holders- January 20, 2027
General Public- January 22, 2027
Creative Team
Director: John David Brown III & Andy Lominac
Stage Manager: TBA
Performance Schedule
All Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30pm. All Sunday performances are at 3 pm.
This show will be performed in the McCreary Theatre.
Ticket Pricing
$20 Adults
$18 Seniors (60+)
$16 Students (13+)
$10 Children (12 and under)
prices above do not include N.C. sales tax
Special Offers
Groups of 11+ will receive $1 off each ticket. Groups must be purchased over the phone. Please call 828-464-6583 to reserve your tickets!
Parking and Directions
All performances will be held at The Old Post Office Play House at 10 South Main Ave, Newton, NC 28658. There is parking around the square
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair seating
Wheelchair access
All of our performance spaces and classrooms are accessible to patrons who use wheelchairs. Most restrooms and water fountains in all facilities are wheelchair accessible, and restrooms are equipped with strobe-light as well as audio alarm systems.
Service Animals
If you or someone in your party plans to attend an event with a service animal, please inform the Box Office when purchasing your tickets so that we may arrange for an aisle seat.
