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Old Stories, New Beginnings. Celebrate 25 years of NRACT and help us prepare for a bright future! Get your tickets on our website now!

Do you have your tickets for our fundraiser, Old Stories, New Beginnings? It’s a fundraiser to update the security of our building. Check out these photos from over 24 years of productions and come hear songs from previous shows in a story exploring some of the history of the theatre.

North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre Announces Auditions for the Once Upon a One More Time musical based on the music of Britney Spears and book by Jon Hartmere. About the show Powered by the chart-topping hits of the undisputed Princess of Pop, Once Upon A One More Time turns our favorite fairy tales upside down with a clever twist! When a fairy godmother goes rogue and plops copies of The Feminine Mystique in the laps of classic heroines, the damsels embark on a quest to rewrite their stories and redefine “happily ever after.” Production Team Director: Mike McGee Music Director: Lauren Tompkins Choreographer: Jess Barbour Stage Manager: Dan Eckert AUDITIONS Monday, December 7 at 7:30 pm, 2026 Tuesday, December 8 at 7:30 pm, 2026 CALLBACKS Monday, December 14 at 7:30 pm, 2026 Rehearsals will begin in January, 2027 SHOW DATES March 5 - 21, 2027 Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30pm Sundays at 3:00pm The initial audition will consist of singing and dance. Find what to prepare for the audition on the NRACT website. Video submissions are accepted for the audition only. Please fill out the conflict calendar and the audition form on the website at nract.org/auditions NRACT recognizes that considerations of identity—including race, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and national origin, neurodiversity, and disability—shape society and the stories we tell, and are therefore vital components to the casting process. If you have any questions, you can email jess@nract.org.

You don't want to miss the music and fun as we celebrate NRACT! Get your tickets today at nract.org

Can you believe NRACT has been at it for a quarter century? Through all of those years, what was your favorite show? Tell us in the comments!

Next up at NRACT: Our end-of-year fundraiser! Come and join the fun as we look back at 25 years of live theatre and look forward to many more years of entertaining and inspiring Raleigh audiences. Get your tickets on our website!

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre announces the cast list for The Last Days of Judas Iscariot by Stephen Adly Guirgis. Congrats to all! Satan Nick Popio Gloria/Mother Theresa Tina Morris-Anderson Judge/Caiaphas the Elder/Saint Matthew Timothy Locklear Loretta/Mary Magdalene/Sister Glenna Lola Ureña Bailiff/ Simon the Zealot Colby Freeman Sigmund Frued/Saint Thomas/Soldier 1 Naveed Moeed Pontius Pilate/Uncle Pino Del Flack Matthias of Galilee/Saint Peter/Soldier 2 Sean Robert Jesus of Nazareth Farhan Chowdhury Judas Iscariot Bryce Nasir Preston Saint Monica/Soldier 3 Jordi Montes Henrietta Iscariot Louise Martin Butch Honeywell Thom Christensen Fabiana Aziza Cunningham Madeleine Gagné Yusef El-Fayoumy Jay Zadeh

Congratulations to the cast, crew, and production team of Diversion on a fantastic run! Everyone at NRACT is so proud of the exceptional work this group did to tell this impactful story. It has been wonderful to see all the positive responses from audience members and hear how the show resonated with folks.

Josephine is an outsider brought in to investigate the ICU nurses, and her presence is met with a... less than warm welcome. Jordi bring a softness to the role, presenting a Josephine who empathetic in the face of hostility. Ready to find out the results of Josephine's investigation? Come see Diversion at NRACT. There are just TWO SHOWS LEFT, so get your tickets before it's too late!

As Juliet shares, her character Mandy can be a little bit clueless at times. But come see Diversion to find out why Mandy is a little more intuitive and observant than her colleagues might expect. You have just three chances yet to come see Juliet and the rest of the cast shine in Diversion at NRACT. Get your tickets now!

Are you the "some folks" Amy is talking about? What are you waiting for?! This is your LAST WEEKEND to see the show! Diversion is getting rave reviews, with audience members calling it "INSANELY good," a "compelling story that resonates," and "an absolute must-see!" Get your tickets before it's too late, and we'll see you at the theatre this weekend!

Amy is a no-nonsense nurse who, despite her tough demeanor, is fiercly loyal to those she cares about. Come see how Lauren brings Amy's no-holds-barred energy to life on stage in Diversion. This weekend is your last chance to see this incredibly talented cast in action, so get your tickets now before it's too late!

Alright everybody, hands in! "Come see Diversion at NRACT this weekend" on three! One, two, three! It's your LAST CHANCE to see this tremendously talented cast tell this incredibly important story. You'll definitely laugh, you might cry, and you're sure to leave with some new perspectives. Diversion closes this weekend, so get your tickets before it's too late!

Emilia is a respected, veteran ICU nurse and mentor figure to her colleagues. Hear what Terri has to say about her character, process of staging the show, and why folks should come see Diversion. Get your tickets now to see Terri bring Emelia's strength and vunerability to the stage!

Mike, the only male nurse on the team, faces the challenges of the ICU nightshift with humor and wit. Come see how Tyler Adam's brings Mike's slightly awkward charm to life in Diversion. Just ONE WEEKEND LEFT to catch the show that one audience member described as "incredibly acted, exceptionally paced, and so relevant." Secure your tickets NOW!

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre is excited to announce callbacks for The Last Days of Judas Iscariot by Stephen Adly Guirgis. A huge thank you to everyone who came out to audition! It was truly two stellar nights. You can find the link to the callback material on our website, nract.org/auditions. Please read all the information carefully. For any questions, please email jess@nract.org. Callback List: Henrietta Iscariot Lucinda Gainey Louise Martin Tina Morris Anderson Anna Phillips Butch Honeywell Tim Locklear Thom Christensen Colby Freeman Fabiana Aziza Cunningham Christine Rogers Bridget Patterson Madeline Gagne Teal Lepley Lola Urena Judas Naveed Moeed Nick Popio Jake Gaul Bryce Nasir Preston Jesus Farhan Chowdery Thomas Donohue Bryce Nasir Preston Satan Jay Zadeh Nick Popio Scott Moore Yusef El-Fayoumy Jay Zadeh Naveed Moeed Saint Monica Nicole Cooper Williams Lola Urena Jordi Montes Merry And Martin Judge Littlefield/Caiaphas Tim Locklear Christine Rogers Thom Christensen Del Flack Bailiff Matt Hurley Sean Robert Colby Freeman Pontious Pilate Bob Frasca Matt Hurley Jim Robson

Bess is the boss of Diversion's central unit of nurses, and she means business. Equal parts caring and stern, come see how Jennifer Daley brings Bess to life in Diversion. You have THREE chances left to catch the show that audiences are calling "INSANELY good!" Get your tickets now!

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre Announces their cast for Old Stories, New Beginnings. Thank you to everyone who danced and sang at callbacks! What a great group of artists! Molly Hamelin Rhonda Lemon Ryan Mertz N'kia NLN Sarah Noble Nehiel Ortiz Jamaurie Walker Chayeh Yisrael Bex Zadeh Jay Zadeh The first rehearsal will be on Tuesday, October 13 at 7 PM. You'll receive an email from Yvonne soon with more details.

Thank you to everyone who auditioned for NRACT's fundraiser, Old Stories; New Beginnings. We appreciated you sharing your time, talents, and stories with us. The following people are called back: Kyle Barr Aubrey Compretore Molly Hamlin Iliana Lao Allison Lawrence Rhonda Lemon Sean Malone Ryan Mertz Nicole Montijo Sarah Noble N'kia NLN Nehiel Ortiz Carlyle Pring Jamaurie Walker Riley Yates Chayeh Yisrael Bex Zadeh Jay Zadeh Callbacks will be held on Sunday, October 11 at 7 PM. Please dress comfortably and be prepared to move. The musical portion of callbacks will be a bit different from what you may be used to. You can find the materials for callbacks on our website at nract.org/auditions. This folder contains: * A .pdf of the vocal score for the callbacks. * .mp3s of my playing the vocal line for each part (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) * .mp3s of my playing the vocal lines in combination (SA, TB, SATB) Please prepare for callbacks as follows: * Learn each part you are comfortable with. (In other words, you may choose to learn more than one vocal line.) * You do not need to memorize the line. You may hold sheet music during callbacks. * You do not need to bring the sheet music with you. Copies will be provided at callbacks. During callbacks you will sing acapella in small groups with me directing. We will mix and match you throughout the vocal part of the callbacks, so plan to sing multiple times! If you have any questions about the musical callback process, please reach out to me at craigjohnsonmusic@gmail.com.

The fabulous cast of Diversion is gearing up to return to the stage for their second weekend, and we want them to have a Full House to play to 😉 Get your tickets now to see this dramatic, funny, poignant show!

Here’s a look at what opening weekend audiences had to say about Diversion at NRACT. You have six more chances to catch this superb show as it runs for the the next two weekends. Get your tickets today!

Can't make the auditions? We are now accepting video submissions for The Last Days of Judas Iscariot by Stephen Adly Guirgis. Check out how to submit on our website at nract.org/auditions

Final reminder: Come out tomorrow and Thursday to audition for our Fundraiser with musical numbers from past seasons at NRACT. Check out all the details on our website at nract.org/auditions!

Excited to share some reviews left by our first weekend patrons! Thank you for coming out and if you haven’t seen it yet, get your tickets! #nurses #healthcare #diversion #play #nract

Come check out our incredible set designed by Michael Anderson. Our Technical Director and Master Carpenter, Bill Yates, Jr. brought the set to life.

It's OPENING NIGHT! Come meet this team of nurses and find out what all the drama is about. Diversion by Scott Organ runs Oct 2- Oct 18. Get your tickets at nract.org! Photos by @cindymcenery

Diversion opens TONIGHT, so what are you waiting for?! You’d better get those tickets. Don’t make Amy shoot another glare at you - she’s got enough on her plate as it is. Come see what is stressing Amy out as Diversion runs at NRACT for the next three weekends!

Another fantastic costume rendering vs final costume by Matthew Emig!

The cast of Diversion would LOVE to tell you that the show is surprisingly funny, has an incredible set design and costumes, and shines a light on the often under-appreciated nursing profession… they just have to get their bearings in front of the camera first. Diversion opens TOMORROW! Don’t wait, get your tickets to the show everyone is going to be talking about so you can be part of the conversation! Want to hear about how the show went from page to stage? Join us directly after the 3pm matinee this Sunday, Oct 4th for a talkback with the cast and director Jess Barbour!

Join us after the show Sunday, October 4 to talk with the team about creating Diversion by Scott Organ.

Look at the incredible work of our Costume Designer, Matthew Emig! More looks to come throughout the run.

Diversion opens THIS FRIDAY at NRACT! This play brings the world of nursing into the spotlight, celebrating the people behind a profession that is essential, demanding, and often under-appreciated. The story is a compelling blend of drama, humor, and heart that explores the messy humanity of the characters at its center. Diversion runs October 2nd through the 18th. Get your tickets now at nract.org or via the link in our bio.

REMINDER: Auditions coming up at North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre for both our Fundraiser in November and "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" that will go up in January. You can find all the information about how to sign up and what to prepare on our website at nract.org/auditions We look forward to seeing you at the theatre!

Come see why everyone’s a little icy toward Josephine in Diversion by Scott Organ, opening Friday at North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre! #theatre #nurses #hospital #communitytheatre #diversion

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre announces the cast of the Second Act Series Reading of Die Mommie Die! Congratulations and thank you to everyone who submitted. Get your tickets now for the one night only reading on October 28th at nract.org/shows. Edith Sussman - Clare Sherk Bootsie Carp - Gilly Conklin Tony Parker - Stan Williams Angela Arden - Lorelei Lemon Sol Sussman - Seth Blum Lance Sussman - Francisco Martinez Marquez Stage Directions - Gabrielle Vizcaino

A tight-knit group of nurses is put on edge when they learn that someone at the hospital has been diverting prescription drugs... and the culprit might be someone in their unit. Diversion tackles themes of dependency, loyalty, and accountability with a surprising amount of humor and heart. Come see this INCREDIBLE cast bring this poignant story to life at NRACT from October 2nd - 18th. Tickets are on sale now!

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre announces the cast list of Almost, Maine. Thank you to everyone who came out and auditioned! We are always so impressed with the talent in our community. Cast List Jean Jamison Megan Thomas Blythe Meyer Chioma Modilim Martha-Ann Cates Aaron Alderman Ethan Westmoreland Cameron Skalski Greg Wait

TOMORROW! Grab the mic and belt your heart out at NRACT's Musical Theatre Karaoke night. Take the stage and sing a song you may never get cast to sing. Try out a duet with someone new. Or stumble over a song you've never attempted before but always wanted to. EVERYONE is welcome! Whether you decide to grab the mic or prefer to cheer the performers on from the audience, this is sure to be a night of fun and comradery! Donations are encouraged but not required. Sign-ups will be in the lobby the night of. We hope to see you there!

Thank you to everyone who came out to audition for Almost, Maine. Callbacks will consist of some movement exercises and reading in pairs from sides. Sides do not need to be printed or memorized but will be made available via a link on the NRACT website (nract.org/auditions) a few days ahead of callback for your perusal. Callback List Woman A: Glory, Hope Ginny Clayton Jean Jamison Benji Jones Woman B: Marvalyn, Marci Ginny Clayton Jean Jamison Ashley Jones Antoinette Newman Sky Symonds Megan Tomas Woman C: Ginette, Gayle, Shelly Taylor Benfante Ashley Jones Blythe Meyer Antoinette Newman Woman D: Sandrine, Deena Brittney Gonzalez Chioma Modilim Nicole Montijo Sky Symonds Megan Tomas Loren Wait Aly Waniel Woman E: Waitress, Rhonda Martha-Ann Cates Brittney Gonzalez Nicole Montijo Chelsea Skalski Aly Waniel Man A: Pete, Steve Gavin Hamilton Cameron Skalski Ethan Westmoreland Man B: Lendall, Randy, Dave Aaron Alderman Ethan Westmoreland Man C: Jimmy, Chad Gavin Hamilton Cameron Skalski Man D: East, Phil, Daniel Aaron Alderman Brian Cosmo Healey Greg Wait

What happens when medicine meant to heal ends up where it shouldn’t? In the play Diversion, an investigation into missing drugs at a hospital puts a group of ICU nurses in the hot seat. As questions mount and secrets begin to surface, figuring out what really happened may be more complicated than anyone expected. Diversion is playing at NRACT from October 2nd through October 18th. Tickets are on sale now!!

Diversion is the next show up at NRACT and rehearsals are underway. The show takes place in the breakroom of a hospital and sometimes you have to take a break and get a little silly. Meet the cast and crew of Diversion and get your tickets at nract.org #medicaldrama #raleigh #theatre #nursing

NRACT Announces auditions for FOUR upcoming productions We have so much happening at North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre in the next two months and we want to share it all with you in one place. ALL of this information is on our website at nract.org under auditions. Almost, Maine Directed by Amelia Lumpkin Auditions are September 13 & 14, callbacks September 20 Second Act Series Reading: Die Mommie Die! Directed by Sean Robert Auditions are self tape submissions due Sept 14 Old Stories, New Beginnings: Fundraiser 2026 Directed by Yvonne Anderson Music Directed by Craig Johnson Auditions are October 7 & 8, callbacks Oct. 11 The Last Days of Judas Iscariot Directed by Patrick Torres Auditions are October 12 &13, callbacks are Oct. 15

We are happy to announce that our entire run of "Jagged Little Pill" has sold out! You are welcome to keep checking the website at nract.org to see if there are possible returns. While you're there, get ahead of the game and secure your ticket for Diversion opening on October 2.

It's our final weekend of shows and our final Instagram takeover for Jagged Little Pill! Follow along with Dan Rajaratnam as he gears up to return to the stage at NRACT tonight. This is where we'd normally tell you to secure your tickets, but the show is ✨ s o l d o u t ✨!!

NRACT Announces Auditions for Almost, Maine by John Cariani Director: Amelia Lumpkin Stage Manager: Sareek Hosein About the Show: Welcome to Almost, Maine, a place that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States. It’s almost in Canada. And it’s not quite a town, because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it almost doesn’t exist. One cold, clear, winter night, as the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend – almost – in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. What to Prepare: 1 min contemporary monologue emphasizing sincerity and/or comedy. Actors may select their own monologue from any work or use a provided monologue from Almost, Maine. Memorization is preferred. Fill out and bring the conflict calendar and sign up on the website audition form. Important Dates: AUDITIONS Sunday Sept 13 6:30 pm Monday Sept 14 7:30 pm Video submissions due Saturday Sept 12 CALLBACKS Sept 20 6:30 pm Rehearsal Dates: October 12 - Dec 2 No conflicts accepted November 29 and onward Note: there will be Thanksgiving break November 24-28 Shows: Dec 3-13 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30pm Sunday at 3:00pm

We've got double trouble for our next Instagram takeover! Carleigh May and Nicole Montijo will be sharing their Sunday before, during, and after our second matinee performance of Jagged Little Pill: The Musical. Tickets for the production's final weekend are limited - make sure you grab yours now or you might lose the chance!

Our next Instagram takeover for Jagged Little Pill is Jamaurie Walker! Follow along to get a behind the scenes look at how Jamaurie prepares to take the stage as Phoenix. If you haven't bought your tickets for Jagged yet, now is the time! Great seats are still available for our third weekend of shows, but they're going fast.

We're back for weekend two of Jagged Little Pill: The Musical at NRACT! Join us on our Instagram stories as the wonderful Iyana Jones-Reese takes you through her day leading up to the second Friday of the show. If you want to come to JLP this weekend, there are just FOUR tickets remaining! Snag them quick! There are still a good number of tickets for weekend three, but they're going fast, so get them before they're gone.

Meet the Healys: the family at the center of Jagged Little Pill: The Musical! Mary Jane would have you believe that they're a picture-perfect family, but behind closed doors, each is grappling with their own troubles. When the cracks start to show, there's no hiding from what's underneath. Come see the Healys' story unfold as Jagged runs for two more weekends at NRACT!

Meet the best friend, the new guy, and the classmate that everyone is talking about. Come see how Jo, Phoenix, and Bella shape the Healy family's story in Jagged Little Pill: The Musical, on stage at NRACT for two more weekends!

Meet the ensemble: part 2. Get to know the faces you'll be seeing on stage during Jagged Little Pill! We are so excited to have this incredible group of performers as part of the show! Tickets are selling fast, so don't wait to get yours!

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre Announces Auditions for Second Act Reading Series: Die Mommie Die! By: Charles Busch Director: Sean Robert Stage Manager: Elaine Petrone Die Mommie Die! is a comic melodrama evoking the 1960s “Grande Dame Guignol” films that featured aging stars such as Bette Davis, Joan Crawford and Lana Turner. Due to the content of the play, all actors must be 18 and up. No exceptions. You must be available for all 3 days listed above. Some outside rehearsals may be added at the discretion of the director and cast availability. All roles are volunteer. For what to prepare and submission instructions go to nract.org/auditions. Important Dates: Auditions: VIDEO SUBMISSION Due by: Saturday, September 19th No callbacks Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals are October 26 and 27th 7:30pm Reading October 28, 7:30pm Character Breakdown: CASTING STATEMENT: The roles of Angela Arden and Edith Sussman have been cast. All other roles are open. Characters' ages are flexible. Bootsie Carp: (Any racial and ethnic background) A fanatically religious, eccentric household maid to the Sussman family with a deep admiration for Sol. Tony Parker: (Any racial and ethnic background) An out-of-work, handsome TV actor and gigolo, midthirties, Angela’s romantic lover. Sol Sussman: (Any racial and ethnic background) A movie mogul in his late fifties, tyrannical, ruthless and controlling. Lance Sussman: (Any racial and ethnic background) An emotionally fragile, gay teenager, who is easily manipulated. Admires his mother, Angela. Stage Direction: (Any racial and ethnic background) Someone with a clear, strong voice and narrative skills. Angela Arden: A glamorous, fading singer and actress who is trapped in a hateful marriage. Mother to Edith and Lance. (Please note this role has been cast) Edith Sussman: Angela’s twentyone year old daughter, with a rather unusual attachment to her father, Sol. (Please note this role has been cast)

Meet the ensemble: part 1. These talented performers are bringing the energy, heart, and chaos of Jagged Little Pill: The Musical to life. The cast is gearing up to take the stage for the second weekend of performances - will you be there? Better grab your tickets before they're gone!

If you want to come see Jagged Little Pill: The Musical at NRACT this weekend, you'd better act fast! After a fantastic SOLD OUT opening weekend, we're likely to sell out weekend two as well. Stop your scroll and go secure those tickets NOW!

We're wrapping up opening weekend of Jagged Little Pill: The Musical with a takeover by our fearless stage manager Madelyne Comley! Follow along on our stories for a behind the scenes look at Madelyne's day, including our first of three Sunday matinees. As of this post, there is ONE ticket left for this Sunday's show - who's gonna snag it? The rest of the run is selling fast, too, so don't wait to get your tickets!

Follow along on our stories as Jagged Little Pill ensemble member Shaquera Clawson takes you along for her day as she gears up for the production's SOLD OUT Saturday night show! And if you haven't bought your tickets yet, now's the time! Don't wait, or you might miss out 👀

We're so excited to have Jagged Little Pill director Lormarev Jones taking over our Instagram ahead of the show's OPENING NIGHT! Swing by our stories to hear Lormarev share insights on her directing process, how she prepared for rehearsals, her approach to directing this show, and more! This is gonna be a good one, folks!

Mary Jane Healy is a high-achieving homemaker who will do anything for her family, including their adopted African American daughter Frankie, who is struggling to find her place in their lily-white community. But when the Healys’ lives begin to unravel, Mary Jane’s drive to keep her family together threatens to break them apart. Set to the music of Alanis Morissette's seminal 1995 album, Jagged Little Pill: The Musical brings one of the most iconic albums of a generation to the stage in a bold way. Tickets are selling fast, so don't wait to snag yours!

Join us Thursday to hear from Payton Glandorf, assistant stage manager for Jagged Little Pill, to get a behind the scenes look at preparations for the show's Preview Night! And if you haven't secured your tickets yet, what are you waiting for? Limited seats left for opening weekend!!

Join us tomorrow as we kick off our Instagram takeovers for Jagged Little Pill! Isabella Murray, the show's choreographer, is going to take us through her day as she prepares for Wednesday night dress rehearsal. Stay tuned for some great behind the scenes insights!

NRACT announces the cast for Scott Organ’s Diversion. Thank you to everyone who came out to audition. There is an incredible amount of talent in the area and we appreciate your time. The following people have been cast: Amy: Lauren Bamford Emilia: Terri Crymes Bess: Jennifer Daly Josephine: Jordi Montes Mandy: Juliet Jacob Mike: Tyler Adams

Thank you to everyone who came out for Diversion. Below is the callback list. Sides can be found on the website under Auditions. Please be familiar with them before callbacks on Saturday, August 8th at 10am at North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre. As always, thank you for supporting community theatre! Amy: Blythe Meyer Jordi Montes Shaquera Clawson Lauren Bamford Shana Fisher Emilia: Desire Lora Kristin Rendina Terri Crymes Lauren Bamford Amelia Lumpkin Mandy: Desire Lora Blythe Meyer Britney King Juliet Jacob Sydney Knoll Bess: Jennifer Daly Callie Hammond Louise Martin Terri Crymes Josephine: Sherri Matson Jordi Montes Louise Martin Arin Dickson Holly Yates Mike: Tyler Adams Michael Parker Jr Alekh Jha

Excited to announce that Jess Barbour, our Artistic Director will be joining the 26-27 Arts Learning Community for Universal Access which is a "collaborative program between the City of Raleigh Arts Commission and United Arts Wake County that brings together like-minded arts and cultural administrators who want to improve how their organizations serve the Deaf community and people living with disabilities." She will be attending the Leadership Exchange in Arts & Disability (LEAD®) Conference in Philadelphia, PA in early August and participate in monthly meetings with the cohort to discuss topics and explore organizational goals.

REMINDER: NRACT Auditions for Diversion By: Scott Organ Director: Jess Barbour Stage Manager: Jeremy Vance You can find what to prepare on our website, nract.org/auditions. Perusal copy available on sign up form Make sure to read the instructions carefully! AUDITIONS Friday, July 31st at 7pm, 2026 Saturday, August 1st at 10am, 2026 CALLBACKS Saturday, August 8th at 10am, 2026 (Cold Reads) Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsals begin August 22, 2026 Shows October 2 - 18, 2026 Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm Sunday at 3:00pm Emilia is a devoted nurse in an ICU unit, highly regarded by her boss, Bess, and her peers: Amy, Mike, and the new hire Mandy, who Emilia has taken under her wing. When it’s discovered that someone on the unit is stealing medicine, the nurses are unsettled, particularly when an outsider shows up, effectively placing them all under a microscope. When the culprit is finally revealed, the nurses must fight to save themselves and the integrity of the unit. NRACT recognizes that considerations of identity—including race, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity and national origin, neurodiversity, and disability—shape society and the stories we tell, and are therefore vital components to the casting process. EMILIA (Female presenting. Any racial and ethnic background. Looks age 30-50) — Experienced ICU Nurse AMY (Female presenting. Any racial and ethnic background. Looks age 30-50) — Experienced ICU Nurse MANDY (Female presenting. Any racial and ethnic background. Looks age 22-30) — a new ICU Nurse MIKE (Male presenting. Any racial and ethnic background. Looks age 25-35) — a somewhat experienced ICU Nurse. Newer to nursing than Emilia or Amy BESS (Female presenting. Any racial and ethnic background. Looks age 40-60) — an ICU Nurse Manager. The person in charge. JOSEPHINE (Female presenting. Any racial and ethnic background. Looks age 40-60) — a consultant

Tonight is the night! It’s the very first reading of the Second Act Series, The Effect by Lucy Prebble. Come to North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre and tell us if this is something you'd like to see fully realized on our stage. $20 Tickets available on the website or at the door. This funny, moving play explores questions of sanity, neurology and the limits of medicine, alongside ideas of fate, loyalty and the inevitability of physical attraction. CAST LIST Connie - Katherine Pearce Tristan - Carson Weddle Dr. Lorna James - Louise Martin Dr. Toby Sealey - Ted Willis Stage Directions - Amelia Lumpkin Direction - Nicky Taylor Intimacy Direction - Veronica Dress Stage Management - Elaine Petrone

The first reading of our series! Come and tell us if this is something you'd like to see fully realized on our stage. This funny, moving play explores questions of sanity, neurology and the limits of medicine, alongside ideas of fate, loyalty and the inevitability of physical attraction. CAST LIST Connie - Katherine Pearce Tristan - Carson Weddle Dr. Lorna James - Louise Martin Dr. Toby Sealey - Ted Willis Stage Directions - Amelia Lumpkin Direction - Nicky Taylor Stage Management - Elaine Petrone

Celebrating our tech crew and all their hard work as we finished our preview performance of Cast Camp: Mean Girls this morning. Photo credit: Remus Johnson

We've been nominated for Best Live Theatre in The News & Observer's Raleigh's Best contest, and we need YOUR votes! Visit voteraleighsbest.com (🔗in our bio) to cast your vote for NRACT! You can vote ONCE A DAY between now and July 24th, so add it to your daily to-do list. We would be so grateful for your support!

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre is excited to announce the cast of our first Second Act Series Reading: The Effect by Lucy Prebble. Connie - Katherine Pearce Tristan - Carson Weddle Dr. Lorna James - Louise Martin Dr. Toby Sealey - Ted Willis Stage Direction Reader - Amelia Lumpkin Thank you to everyone who submitted an audition! There was a lot of incredible talent. Be on the lookout for our next round of auditions for the reading going up in October. To those cast, you will receive an email soon regarding rehearsal.

Follow along on NRACT's Instagram stories tomorrow as Christian O'Neal and the cast of 'Company' wrap up their second weekend of the show's run. If you haven't secured your seats for this fantastic musical comedy, stop dragging your feet! Visit nract.org RIGHT NOW to buy tickets before they're gone!

Join us on right here on NRACT's Instagram as 'Company' cast member A'kira McCassling, who plays Marta, takes over our stories to share her Saturday leading up to the show. If you haven't bought your tickets yet, what are you waiting for?! Only 8 seats left for this Saturday and 6 for Sunday! Tickets for next weekend are limited as well, so snag yours before it's too late.

We are back for weekend TWO of 'Company' tomorrow! Molly Hamelin, who plays April and is the cast's fearless dance captain, will be taking over our Instagram stories to take you through her day as she prepares for another fantastic weekend of shows! Follow along tomorrow, and be sure to get your tickets to Company now. Tickets are selling fast - we have just 8 seats left for both Friday and Sunday - so don't wait to secure your seats!

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