Theatre Department to Present Musical Glimpses of the Moon

September 30, 2024 (Jackson, Miss.) – The Belhaven Theatre Department will host the vibrant Jazz Age musical, "Glimpses of the Moon," from October 24 - November 2 in the Blackbox Theatre.

Directed by Assistant Professor of Theatre Jeff Allen Young, the musical features lyrics by Tajlei Levis and music by John Mercurio. "Glimpses of the Moon," based on the Edith Wharton novel, brings the exuberance of 1922 New York society to the stage. The production is “filled with fun characters and iconic design elements,” claims Young.

Set against the backdrop of the Jazz Age, the story follows the popular but penniless Susy and her friend Nick, who concoct a plan to marry for financial gain and then search for wealthy suitors. The scheme goes awry when the pair unexpectedly falls in love. Broadway World praised the production as "one of the best new musicals we’ve seen in ages," calling it "a well-crafted, witty musical comedy" and "a sparkling valentine to the Jazz Age."

Tickets can be reserved by emailing boxoffice@belhaven.edu starting one week before opening night or purchased at the door if seats are available. Doors will open 30 minutes before each performance.

Ticket prices:

Adults: $10
Seniors and Belhaven Alumni: $5
Admission is complimentary for Belhaven students, faculty, and staff. 

Showtimes include:

Thursday, October 24 at 7 p.m.
Friday, October 25 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Thursday, October 31 at 7 p.m.
November 1 at 7 p.m.
November 2, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 

This is just one of the many exciting events from Belhaven University’s School of Arts. Check out Arts Ablaze for plays, dance and music concerts, poetry readings, gallery exhibits and more happening this year.