Rhett Barnett is quickly making a name for himself at South City Theatre. His drive and passion for theatre has been a welcome addition to our stage. We are so happy to have his rambunctious personality shining through in this leading role. His love of the limelight in the upcoming production of “Night of January 16th” is a perfect fit for this role.
Meet The Cast from Night of January 16th: Tara Bennet
Tara Bennett has been acting her whole life and it shows. This leading role is a completely different look for her at South City Theatre. Prepare to be wowed by her in the upcoming production of “Night of January 16th.”
Meet The Cast from Night of January 16th: Michael Wilbanks
Michael Wilbanks, a teacher by trade, has found a home at South City Theatre. He has been a teacher at Thompson middle school for 24 years. He developed a love for theatre at an early age, and has been pursuing that passion for decades. He will be a part of ‘The Night of January 16th’ production this upcoming week and is thrilled to be a part of this team at South City.
South City Theatre is Going to Court!
Join us in October when South City Theatre travels to the historic Shelby County Courthouse and the Pelham Municipal Courtroom for the trial of the century! Karen Andre is accused of murdering her former boss and lover, Bjorn Faulkner. You, the audience, will decide.
Performances at the Shelby County Courthouse, 112 North Main Street, Columbiana, AL, will be October 8 & 9 at 7:30 and October 10 at 2:00.
Performances at the Pelham Municipal Courtroom, 32 Phillip Davis Street, Pelham, AL, will be October 14, 15 & 16 at 7:30 and October 17 at 2:00.
Tickets are $16 for adults and $13 for students (under 18) and seniors (over 60). They may be purchased online at southcitytheatre.com or reserved by calling (205) 621-2128. The production is sponsored by the Shelby County Bar Association. Shelby County Bar members should call the Bar Association to purchase tickets. Masks will be required for all attendees.
Night of January 16th is a theatrical play by Russian-American author Ayn Rand, inspired by the death of the “Match King”, Ivar Kreuger. The jury is chosen from members of the audience. Is Karen guilty of murdering her former lover in a fit of jealousy? Did Karen’s new lover kill Faulkner? Was someone blackmailing Karen? Was Faulkner’s death the result of a conspiracy? Did Faulkner commit suicide? The case is presented then the jury is tasked with returning a verdict of innocent or guilty.
Directed by Donna Stinson Williamson, the play stars Lara Alvis, Michelle Vercher, Rhett Barnett, Bill Nixon, Tara Bennett, Meredith Carpenter, Tyler Costley, Thomas Robinson, Madelyn Harbison, Sharon Morgan, Katie Hamff, Jon Curren, Leslie Price and Michael Wilbanks.
For more information contact Donna Williamson at ad@southcitytheatre.com (205.907.6893) or Lisa Ponder at lisa.ponder@southcitytheatre.com (205.402.8780)
Night of January 16th
South City Theatre presents The Night of January 16 th , October 8 & 9 at 7:30 and October 10 at 2:00. This will be performed at the Shelby County Courthouse, 112 North Main Street, Columbiana, AL. It will also be performed October 14, 15 & 16 at 7:30 and October 17 at 2:00. These shows will be performed at the Pelham Municipal Courtroom, 32 Phillip Davis Street, Pelham, AL. Tickets are $16 for adults and $13 for students (under 18) and seniors (over 60). They may be purchased online at southcitytheatre.com or reserved by calling (205) 621-2128. Shelby County Bar members should call the Bar Association to purchase tickets. The play is sponsored by the Shelby County Bar Association. Masks will be required for all attendees.
Night of January 16th is a theatrical play by Russian-American author Ayn Rand, inspired by the death of the “Match King”, Ivar Kreuger. Set in a courtroom during a murder trial, an unusual feature of the play is that members of the audience are chosen to play the jury. The court hears the case of Karen Andre, a former assistant and lover of businessman Bjorn Faulkner, of whose murder she is accused. However, the deceased himself, Bjorn Faulkner, is also on trial. To the world, he was a startlingly successful international tycoon, head of a vast financial empire. To Karen Andre, he was a god-like hero to be served with her mind, soul and body. To his aristocratic widow, Nancy Lee Faulkner, he was an elemental force of nature to be tamed. The play does not directly portray the events leading to Faulkner’s death; instead the jury must rely on character testimony to decide whether Andre is guilty. The play’s ending depends on the verdict.
Directed by Donna Stinson Williamson, the play stars Lara Alvis, Michelle Vercher, Rhett Barnett, Bill Nixon, Tara Bennett, Meredith Carpenter, Tyler Costley, Thomas Robinson, Madelyn Harbison, Sharon Morgan, Katie Hamff, Jon Curren, Leslie Price and Michael Wilbanks.