Fauquier Community Theatre presents Jesus Christ Superstar, the rock opera based on the last week of Jesus’ life. Lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for half a century. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.

Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire. The iconic 1970s rock score contains such well-known numbers as “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Gethsemane.”

FCT's production is directed by Matt Moore, with Katy Benko Miner as the vocal director and Catherine Drummond the orchestra director. The show is choreographed by Josie Corrado and produced by Mary Beth Balint. The production is sponsored by Brookside Neighbors. Jesus Christ Superstar is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

This year is the 50th Anniversary of the debut of the Jesus Christ Superstar album. Commemorative editions of the music remastered at Abbey Road and approved by Rice and Webber will be released next month.

Auditions!: Fauquier Community Theatre is delighted to have Diane King directing Gift of the Magi - The Musical. Most roles are for adults although there are some children's roles also. Auditions open to the public are on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 9 am to 11 am or 1 pm to 3 pm at Hope Christian Fellowship located at 4173 Bludau Dr, Warrenton, VA 20187. Callbacks will be by invitation only on Monday, September 20 from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Synopsis: It's Christmas in New York in 1905. Imagine the excitement of a busy street, bustling with shoppers and carolers singing joys of the season. Della, a stunning young woman, strolls along, looking in store windows, a bit saddened that she only has $1.87 to spend on a gift for her husband, Jim. Down the street, Jim does likewise; wistfully knowing that the items in the stores that he would love to buy for Della are beyond his means. The audience will enjoy a beautiful musical adaptation of O. Henry's, The Gift of the Magi.

For more information including the character descriptions and to sign up for an audition, click on the Gift of the Magi Audition Form.

Note: FCT is seeking a Music Director and other volunteers for this production to work with Diane King. Email [email protected] for information.

Performances of Gift of the Magi - The Musical will be presented on Fridays and weekends between November 26 and December 12, 2021 at the Vint Hill Theatre on the Green.

Auditions! Fauquier Community Theatre will present the World Premiere of Dr. Harry Kantrovich's stage adaptation of the Holocaust documentary SHOAH in January and February 2022. Auditions are open to the public and will take place on Thursday October 21, 2021 between 7 pm to 10 pm. and on Saturday October 23, 2021 between 10 am and 2 pm. The casting call will take place at the Fauquier Enterprise Center located at 4263 Aiken Drive, Warrenton (Vint Hill). Callbacks will be by invitation only, and will take place on Wednesday October 27, 2021 between 7 and 9 pm.

The production is based on the award-winning 1985 film documentary by French director Claude Lanzmann. The original 9-hour film has been condensed for the stage and includes interviews with Holocaust survivors, former members of Nazi organizations, and residents of communities near the death camps.

For more information and to sign up for an audition, click on SHOAH Audition Form.

Performances of SHOAH will take place on Fridays and weekends between January 21 - February 6, 2022 at the Vint Hill Theatre on the Green.

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Business sponsors and partnerships help us all build a better and more resourceful community. Fauquier Community Theatre's sponsors are on a rotating basis and can be started at any time. Renewals are easy also. Whether as a new sponsor, or a returning one, it is easy to add your sponsorship. For more information and to see the list of sponsors, click on COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS. Please frequent the businesses of these generous sponsors, many have online services. Have your business front and center stage in the community with FCT. Questions? Email [email protected] or call FCT's executive director Debra Smyers at 540-349-8760.