Mill Mountain Theatre Presents Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird, Starring Producing Artistic Director Ginger Poole as the Narrator.
Roanoke, VA – Mill Mountain Theatre (MMT) is proud to announce its upcoming production of Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird, running from September 25 through October 6, 2024. This classic tale of racial injustice and moral growth is being brought back to our stage by popular demand, ten years after its last sold-out run at MMT.
The production will feature Mill Mountain Theatre’s own Producing Artistic Director, Ginger Poole, in the role of the Narrator. Poole, who has been a cornerstone of MMT for the past 18 years, is set to bring a unique depth to this character, weaving the past and present of Maycomb, Alabama, with her compelling storytelling. This production could mark her final performance on the MMT stage, adding an emotional layer to an already profound story. However, in the world of theatre, as Ginger often says, “you never know what the future holds.”
Ginger Poole’s tenure at Mill Mountain Theatre has been nothing short of transformative. She first joined the theatre as an actor and choreographer before stepping into leadership as the Director of Education. Under her guidance as Producing Artistic Director—the first woman to hold this title at MMT—the theatre has not only survived financial struggles and a pandemic shutdown but has thrived. Poole’s commitment to balancing artistic excellence with financial responsibility has been key to MMT’s resurgence, and her leadership has been pivotal during the theatre’s 60th anniversary season.
To Kill A Mockingbird is directed by a talented team that includes some of the best in the industry including MMT Alumni who are now Broadway performers, some of the best local talent, and very talented students from MMT’s Conservatory program. “The production promises to be a powerful and moving experience, capturing the timeless relevance of Lee’s novel in today’s world. With its potent themes of justice, integrity, and compassion, this play continues to resonate deeply with audiences of all ages.” Added Poole.
Tickets for To Kill A Mockingbird are on sale now and can be purchased through the Mill Mountain Theatre website at www.millmountain.org or the box office at 540.342.5740. Given the significance of this production, tickets are expected to sell quickly, so early booking is recommended.
This production is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and grantors: Davidsons, Three Notch’d Brewing Company, The Candy Store, Elk Hill Advisors, Inc., Business Solutions, Inc., Pinnacle Financial Partners, Gentry Locke Attorneys, 5Points Creative, Skyline National Bank, Brass Key Design Society, Roanoke College – Center for Studying Structures of Race, Trane, Claytor/Wirt Associates, Fire Station One Boutique Hotel, TXTUR, Liberty Trust Hotel and Savara Hospitality, The Roanoke Star, Center in the Square, National Endowment for the Arts, The Shubert Foundation, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, Actor’s Equity Association, the Harrison Museum of African American Culture, and WVTF/Radio IQ.
Mill Mountain Theatre is honored to bring this enduring story to life and is thrilled to have Ginger Poole starring in what could be her farewell performance. However, as in any great story, there may always be more to come.
Mill Mountain Theatre is dedicated to inspiring, entertaining, and challenging audiences in Southern Virginia. With a strong focus on nurturing the next generation of artists through education and community engagement, MMT continues to be a cultural beacon in the region.
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