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Local’s Dare Nights at The Lost Colony

Sponsored by Midgett Insurance, the Dare Nights for 2023 are set for; June 9th, June 16th and June 23rd. Dare Nights are free for Dare, Currituck,Tyrell and Hyde County residents with a minimum donation of 3 non-perishable items to the local food pantries. Dare Nights are also open to general public

Dare Nights Food Pantries
June 9th-Roanoke Island Food Pantry: View needed items here.
June 16th-Beach Food Pantry
June 23rd-Beach Food Pantry

Please arrive early and make sure you have your Dare or Currituck ID and your canned goods. 

The Lost Colony begins at 8:30pm nightly. The gates to the Waterside Theatre open at 7:30pm. On Tuesdays, Friday and Saturday nights, the Free Native American Pre-Show begins at 8 pm.

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Preview Night To Support The SPCA

The Roanoke Island Historical Association (RIHA) has announced a preview night on Thursday, June 1st, 2023 that will also support the Outer Banks SPCA. 

General admission tickets for preview night are $20 for adults and $10 for children or donations for the SPCA are being accepted in lieu of the ticket price. A great way to experience The Lost Colony ahead of the season opening and support the local SPCA, don’t miss this opportunity. 

“Thanks to The Lost Colony for supporting the Outer Banks SPCA on the preview night of the 2023 season. We are always in need of food and supplies for the animals at the Dare County Animal Shelter and the generous support of your patrons is greatly appreciated . Best wishes for a successful season!”-Bill Coleman, Executive Director of the Outer Banks SPCA. 

View the full list of donations needed for the SPCA here. One donation is recommended for each ticket purchase. 

To reserve ahead for the June 1st preview night, you can purchase General Admission tickets through www.thelostcolony.org/ticket-info or bring your SPCA donations the night of the show to receive your free ticket.  

For  questions, please call The Lost Colony Box office at 252-473-6000. 

The Lost Colony Creatives Among Tony Award Nominees

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On May 2, 2023 the nominees for the 76th annual Tony Awards were announced. Among the nominees were several The Lost Colony creative artists.

David Thompson was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical for “New York, New York.” David, who has been previously nominated for his work on Broadway (Chicago, The Scottsboro Boys, Steel Pier) played a key role in shaping the story of The Lost Colony while maintaining Paul Green’s script in the new production.

Sam Davis, composer of The Lost Colony’s symphonic score, was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Orchestration for “New York, New York.”

In addition, “New York, New York” was nominated for Best Musical and Best Scenic Design. The Lost Colony’s 3D Projection Designer Christopher Ash’s projection work plays a prominent role in this production boasting nine Tony award nominations.

“We are so fortunate to have so many world-renowned creative artists working on this production at The Lost Colony,” said Director Whiting, “and I couldn’t be more thrilled to congratulate these members of our team for their well-deserved Tony nominations for their excellent creative work on Broadway.”

The Tony Awards ceremony, which will take place on June 11 at the United Palace, will honor Broadway musicals and plays that opened during the 2022-2023 season.

The Lost Colony opens for the 86th season on June 2nd, 2023 and runs through August 26th, 2023. For more information and tickets-www.thelostcolony.org

About The Lost Colony…the proud recipient of the Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre. 

The 86th Season of The Lost Colony is presented by PNC Bank. First staged in 1937, The Lost Colony is the nation’s premier and longest-running outdoor symphonic drama. Adapted from the original script written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paul Green, The Lost Colony’s 86th season will run from June 2-Aug. 26, 2023, at Manteo’s Waterside Theatre, on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. For tickets and more information, go to www.www.thelostcolony.org or call (252) 473-6000.