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The Mystery of Edwin Drood
FUMC Theatre stages The Mystery of Edwin Drood, a playful musical take on Charles Dickens unfinished novel that invites the audience into the investigation. In the town of Chesterham, the charming Edwin Drood has been murdered, and suspicion falls on several figures, including his rival John Jasper, the worldly Princess Puffer, and the enigmatic Landless twins recently arrived from Ceylon, with the possibility of someone even more villainous. Rupert Holmes solves Dickens open-ended puzzle by letting theatergoers vote on who committed the crime, so the outcome is chosen by the crowd. The story unfolds as a Music Hall Royale presentation by a traveling Victorian troupe whose colorful personas overlap with the roles they play. Directed by Jeff Manus, with music direction by Susan Lisle.
First United Methodist Church Theater"A Few of My Favorite Things" Spring Concert
Presented by the Gaston Choral Society, this concert centers on light, love, faith, and melodies that linger well beyond the final chord. The program features choral selections by many of today’s admired composers, blending exhilarating, soaring passages with gentle, tender moments that invite reflection, joy, and hope. Designed to uplift and inspire, the experience welcomes first-time listeners and longtime supporters alike with music that speaks to the heart.
First Baptist Church of GastoniaSpring Xtreme Hike - Training Hike #9
This training hike covers approximately eight miles at Crowder’s Mountain Main Office. It is the ninth outing in the Spring Xtreme Hike series and will be led by coaches Jessica Honeycutt and Megan Edwards. A hiker hangout is to be announced and will be selected by the coaches.
Crowder's Mountain - Main Office, 522 Park Office Lane; Kings MountainTractor Supply in Bessemer City
Tractor Supply in Bessemer City welcomes Cousins Maine Lobster for a flavorful visit. Order in person or through the Cousins Maine Lobster mobile app for contactless, order-ahead service. The app accepts orders during operating hours, and guests can earn points with every purchase. If ordering in person, ask to have the QR code scanned so rewards are applied.
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