Current TRC Productions
Fall 2025
The Moors by Jen Silverman
Directed by Danielle Barre
Friday and Saturday, September 26-27 at 7:30pm and Sunday, September 28 at 2:00pm in Olin Studio Theatre (downstairs)
On the bleak, English moors, two sisters and a dog dream of change and something more. The crash landing of a moor-hen and the arrival of a governess give them all a taste of what they're seeking. The Moors is a dark comedy about the desperate lengths some are willing to go to for love and power.
Content advisory: This production contains depictions of bullying, violence, bloodshed, and singing.
FREE tickets for all Roanoke College students, faculty, and staff. Tickets are $10 for general admission, or $5 for seniors/students. Limited seating for this production, so get your tickets early. Tickets are available by calling 540-375-2333 or by emailing boxoffice@roanoke.edu.
The Moors is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
Little Women, the Musical with music by Jason Howland, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and book by Allan Knee
Directed by Nelson Barre
Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 23 at 2:00pm in Olin Theater
Based on Louisa May Alcott's beloved novel, this musical follows the adventures of the March sisters in Civil War-era America. Jo dreams of becoming a great writer, but she first must tell her own story as the sisters journey from adolescence to adulthood. Little Women promises an evening of laughter, tears, and melodies to lift the spirit.
FREE tickets for all Roanoke College students, faculty, and staff. Tickets are $10 for general admission, or $5 for seniors/students. Tickets are available by calling 540-375-2333 or by emailing boxoffice@roanoke.edu.
Little Women is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International.
Winter 2026
Hurricane Diane by Madeleine George
Thursday, Feb. 19 through Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7:30pm in Olin Theater
Directed by Danielle Barre
The Greek god Dionysus - you can call her Diane - is fed up with the state of the world and with being forgotten. So, she devises a plan to recruit new followers and restore Earth to its former glory. She just has to use her impossible-to-resist butch charm to win over four suburban New Jersey housewives to kick off the bacchanalia. What could possibly go wrong?
FREE tickets for all Roanoke College students, faculty, and staff. Tickets are $10 for general admission, or $5 for seniors/students. Tickets are available by calling 540-375-2333 or by emailing boxoffice@roanoke.edu.
Hurricane Diane is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatrical.
A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Amy Herzog
Wednesday, February 25 and Friday, February 27 at 7:30pm as well as Friday, February 21 at 6:00pm in Olin Theater
Directed by Mary Langan
Nora has what appears to be a perfect life: a loving family, a stable homelife, and plenty of presents under the Christmas tree. But when people from her past come back into her life, she must fight back against the confines that have put her in this predicament.
FREE tickets for all Roanoke College students, faculty, and staff. Tickets are $10 for general admission, or $5 for seniors/students. Tickets are available by calling 540-375-2333, online at https://trcmonster2025.eventbrite.com or by emailing boxoffice@roanoke.edu.
A Doll's House is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
Spring 2026
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Thursday, April 16 through Saturday, April 18 at 7:30pm in Olin Theater
Directed by Nelson Barre
In this classic tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet defy the bitter feud between their families. Their secret romance blossoms despite the animosity. When their marriage night is marred by tragedy, they cling to their budding love amid the unfolding violence.
FREE tickets for all Roanoke College students, faculty, and staff. Tickets are $10 for general admission, or $5 for seniors/students. Tickets are available by calling 540-375-2333 or by emailing boxoffice@roanoke.edu.
Audition information here.
Current TRC Productions
Contact Dr. Nelson Barre (barre@roanoke.edu) with any questions