AUBURN, Ala.- Auburn Area Community Theatre (AACT) is bringing Stephen King’s “Misery” to life just in time for spooky season! Performances will take place on Oct. 24-26 and Oct. 30-Nov. 2.

The story follows Paul Sheldon, a successful romance novelist, who is rescued from a car wreck by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. While he is recovering from his injuries, Annie reads his current unreleased book and becomes enraged when she discovers Paul has killed off Misery Chastain, her favorite character. When she forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, Paul realizes that Annie will never let him go. The cracks in her sanity are slowly revealed as Paul is now in a write-or-die situation. Will Paul live to have one more story to tell or will this be his final chapter? This psychological thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Before the show takes to the stage, join AACT for a FREE MISERY-themed Halloween Party at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC) on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Costume Contest – break out your best Halloween look for a chance to win a spooktacular prize. Think of it as your costume’s dress rehearsal before the big night!
• Mocktails & Mingling – sip on eerie elixirs and connect with fellow ghouls, goblins and theatre lovers.
• Sneak Peek of Misery – be among the first to catch a chilling preview of our upcoming stage production of Stephen King’s Misery. Trust us...you’ll want to stay for the suspense.

Performances will run Oct. 24, 25, 30, 31 and Nov. 1 starting at 7 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees on Oct. 26 and Nov. 2. There will be a talk-back with the cast after the show on Oct. 30 and a costume contest at the show on Halloween night, Oct. 31!

Tickets are $14 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit AuburnACT.org.

This show is recommended for ages 16 and up. This production contains strong language, simulated violence, blood and gunshots. Students 15 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Email info@auburnact.org for group rate information.

AACT is a nonprofit volunteer organization. AACT offers multiple opportunities to get involved and depends on the time and energy of many wonderful people from within the community. There’s something for everyone! Please visit auburnact.org to find the volunteer interest form or email info@auburnact.org to get involved. Follow @AuburnACT on Facebook or keep up to date at AuburnACT.org for the latest information on auditions, volunteer opportunities, tickets, and more. To schedule press interviews, photos or press comps, or for more information, please contact Terry Kelley at tkelley@auburnact.org.

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