‘Nunsense’ performances set Nov. 17, 20

GALAX —The Arts & Cultural Council of the Twin Counties presents a rollicking musical comedy at the Rex Theatre in Galax 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 20.
“Nunsense” is a hilarious talent show staged by five survivors at the Little Sisters of Hoboken nunnery, the rest of the sisterhood having succumbed to botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia, Child of God.
Amid the merriment is a riotous audience participation quiz that has everyone rolling in the aisles, “Nunsense” offers a cornucopia of hilarity for the whole family, proving conclusively that nun rhymes with fun.
The cast of “Nunsense” includes Galax Theatre Guild favorites  Gay Zachary as Sister Mary Regina - Mother Superior, Carolyn Davis as Sister Mary Hubert - Mistress of Novices, Becky Helton as Sister Robert Anne - a streetwise, tough character from Brooklyn, Kerry Hazelwood as Sister Mary Amnesia - this nun lost her memory after a crucifix fell on her head, and newcomer Mandi McCraw as Sister Mary Leo - the novice with plans to become the first nun ballerina.  “Nunsense” is directed by Stephannie Dees (Sister Mary Mae).  
Tickets are $7.50 for adults and $5 for seniors and children under 16.  They can be purchased on-line at www.artsculturalcouncil.org or at the Galax Visitor’s Center located directly across from the Rex Theatre on East Grayson Street.  
Following the final performance on Nov. 20, the audience is invited to attend a “Wrap Party” with the cast and crew which is sponsored by the Chestnut Creek School of the Arts.
The Arts & Cultural Council of the Twin Counties is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts, funded in part by Twin Counties individuals and businesses, local municipalities, the Virginia Commission for the Arts and National Endowment for the Arts and PennPAT/Mid Atlantic Arts.  
The Galax Theatre Guild operates under the auspices of the Arts Council and is dedicated to producing quality, live theatre in the Twin Counties.  

• For more information on the Arts Council and upcoming events call (276) 238-1217 or visit www.artsculturalcouncil.org.