Moonlight and Magnolias

by Ron Hutchinson

October 2 - 18 Fridays and Saturdays 8 pm, Sundays 2:30 pm

1939 Hollywood is abuzz. Legendary producer David O. Selznick has shut down production of his new epic, Gone with the Wind, a film adaptation of Margaret Mitchell’s novel. The screenplay, you see, just doesn’t work. So what’s an all-powerful movie mogul to do? While fending off the film’s stars, gossip columnists and his own father-in-law, Selznick sends a car for famed screenwriter Ben Hecht and pulls formidable director Victor Fleming from the set of The Wizard of Oz. Summoning both to his office, he locks the doors, closes the shades, and on a diet of bananas and peanuts, the three men labor over five days to fashion a screenplay that will become the blueprint for one of the most successful and beloved films of all time.

Children's Theatre

The Wizard of Oz

October 10 at 11am and 2pm  -  Meet your favorite characters as comic duo Lenny and Mabel follow the yellow brick road to the land of Oz! Bright Star Children's Theatre bring this fun, interactive retelling of the L. Frank Baum clasic. 

Season Lineup

We've got 4 fun shows lined up that appeal to the elementary crowd, some preschoolers, and anyone who enjoys a good story. Subscribe to all 4 for only $25.

• October 10 - The Wizard of Oz by Bright Star Children's Theatre
• January 16, 2027 - Once Upon a Time: Cinderella and Jack and the Beanstalk by Bright Star Children's Theatre
• March 13, 2027 - The Really Big Dinosaur Show by Rainbow Puppets
• May 15, 2027 - Davy Crockett's Tremendously Tall Tales by Children's Theatre of Hampton Roads

All shows have performances at 11 am and 2 pm, and single tickets are only $8. Thanks to continued generous sponsorship from Towne Bank. More info about the shows here.

Come From Away is our Spring Musical!

Come From Away is a musical based on the true events following September 11, 2001, when 38 planes were unexpectedly grounded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. Nearly 7,000 stranded passengers— “come from aways”—were welcomed by the town and surrounding area residents, who opened their homes, schools, and hearts to complete strangers.

PCT's director, Jeff Corriveau, visited Gander for six days to bring the spirit of Gander to Newport News. Read more about what he found and how it will make PCT's production stand out amongst the others.

Brian Mosher, retired Gander Collegiate teacher and broadcaster, is coming to Newport News on the first weekend, February 26 - 28. Brian hosted live cable TV shows in Gander providing information and updates during that crucial time. Read more about Brian and the talk-back events.

Here's an introductory video from Brian Mosher about the show.

2026-27 Conversion Subscriptions

Get your subscription to the 4 remaining PCT main stage shows by October 2 for only $70. The subscription is a form of membership in our community theatre. Subscribe online, and please consider a donation. 

• October -- Moonlight and Magnolias, as we dive into 1939 Hollywood, and the no-holds-barred struggle to create a timeless classic.
• December -- The Game's Afoot - or Holmes for the Holidays, as an actor who plays Sherlock Holmes pursues a deadly mystery
• February/March -- Come From Away will help restore your faith in mankind. 
• May -- August: Osage County a midwestern tragicomedy with tragic family secrets breaking into dark comedy.

Ticketing Partner

Peninsula Community Theatre's online ticket purchases are handled exclusively by Arts People. All ticket links on our website and in any emails we send will link to https://app.arts-people.com/. PCT does not sell performance tickets on any other online platforms. Please be aware that any other online third-party ticket sellers do not represent Peninsula Community Theatre. Our maximum single ticket price is $22.00.

Newport News Arts Commission

Peninsula Community Theatre thanks the Newport News Arts Commission for its generous support.