Presented by Ascend Leadership Academy's Performing Arts Program: Grease meets Zombies in this 1950's musical comedy. Senior Toffy has fallen for the class bad boy Jonny Warner but family pressures force her to end their romance.

Devastated by the break up, Jonny drives his motorcycle into the local nuclear waste plant. Faced with a tyrannical principal and an overzealous reporter, Jonny returns to Enrico Fermi High School as a zombie determined to win back Toffy's heart and take her to the prom.

Filled with fun 1950's style rock 'n roll music, this show is sure to be a ghoulishly fun time for all!

The Bad Dads Comedy Show is a hilarious night of stand-up from comedians Justin Scranton & Mark Brady. They have been featured on Apple TV, Prime Video, and Sirius XM. Covering everything from marriage and parenting to relationships, work and the absurdities of everyday life, the Bad Dads bring relatable comedy for dads, moms, couples and everyone in between. Come laugh, relax, and enjoy a night out with the Bad Dads!

Jazz Goes to the Movies with The Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra directed by Gregg Gelb.

With special guest Trinity Bursey, author and narrator of JazzTales!

DOORS at 6:30PM with concessions provided by the MANN Center for the Arts.

SHOW starts at 7:30PM (event includes a 15 minute intermission at approximately 8:15PM)

Featured Film Musical Selections:

Attack of the Killer Tomatoes

Hunting Rabbits

Beauty and the Beast

The Lion King

Superman

and many more…

Every group receives one complimentary CD JazzTales presents: Lamar the Super Guitar at the event!

Since its founding in 1990 by Dr. Gregg Gelb when he was the Visiting Artist at Central Carolina Community College, the non-profit Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra has presented the sounds of big band music stretching from the 1930's to the present in public concerts and at schools throughout the Central NC region.

We receive support from the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Paperhand Puppet Project: A World of Wonder!

A whimsical and interactive showcasing of creatures and characters from Paperhand’s 26 year history that celebrates the wild wisdom of our world. Meet a myriad of magical and grand oversized animals, all made in Paperhand studio in Saxapahaw NC, brought to life by puppeteers for all ages to enjoy.

All the masks and puppets move and dance to music as they engage, inspire and incite joy. Join us for this super fun performance with an award winning troupe that’s sure to delight.

1PM - Youth Art Projects start at Brick City Gallery, presented by the Sanford Brush & Palette Club. Youth can create handmade puppets and other art items before the show!

2PM - Theatre doors open. Seating is General Admission.

3PM - A World of Wonder! (approximately 50 minute stage show) - Youth Art Projects may be picked up after the show!

This event is presented by the MANN Center for the Arts and Downtown Sanford, Inc.