Newnan Community Theatre Company: Zombies Taking Over Newnan

Zombieland, the hit movie starring Woody Harrellson filmed partially in Newnan, isn’t the only appearance of zombies in town this October. Zombie Prom debuts at the Newnan Community Theatre Company, October 29, 30, and 31.

Zombie Prom is a 1950s rock and roll musical. Rebel Jonny (Jamie McCune) falls in love with Toffee (Rachael Shaw). Distraught when Toffee’s parents forbid her to see him, he commits suicide by jumping into the local nuclear power plant.

Weeks later, Jonny returns to school as zombie. Toffee’s friends (Megan Martin as Candy, Casey Brown as Coco, and Jenny Price as Ginger) think she shouldn’t take Jonny back. Jonny’s friends (Adam Grubbs as Josh, Levi Gentry as Joey, and Brian Walsh as Jake), believe the opposite.

Meanwhile, the school principal, Ms. Strict (Lisa Boyd) does not want zombies in school. Local paparazzi and sleazy tabloid reporter, Eddie Flagrante (Sam Gentry) is hot on the story. Everything culminates at the senior prom. Will Toffee take Jonny back? Will Jonny be allowed to graduate? What will Toffee wear to the prom? Why is Eddie so interested in this story?

Coincidentally, if you happen to be in the area, Zombie Prom makes its premiere on stage in London this month. If not, you can always catch it in Newnan. The show is being directed by Jennifer Dorrell, with choreography by Rachael Shaw and music by Becky Clark.

Rule One is Cardio and that means it’s time to run to NCTC and purchase your tickets to Zombie Prom. With only three performances, seating is very limited so pre-purchase of tickets is highly suggested. You’re assured to have a wickedly ghoulish good time with this witty and sarcastic musical play.

Tickets may be purchased from the theatre’s website (newnantheatre.org) or by calling the theatre at (770) 683-6282. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $10 for children. Show dates and times are October 29 and 30 at 8 pm and October 31 at midnight. Newnan Community Theatre Company is located at 24 1st Avenue in downtown Newnan. “Zombie Prom” is a special event and not part of the theatre’s 2009 season. Special passes and season tickets are not able to be used for this show.