Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hello, Dolly! as Lenoir Community College brings to life a tale filled with joy, romance, and the bustling energy of 1890s New York. Audiences will be captivated by Dolly Levi, a charming and determined matchmaker with a heart full of dreams and a gift for making magic happen in unexpected ways. With lively songs, unforgettable characters, and Dolly’s sparkling wit, this production invites theatergoers to celebrate the beauty of second chances and the thrill of life’s grandest adventures.

The show, directed by Lenoir Community College's Jessica Cruz, will take place November 15-17 and November 22-24 at LCC in the Briley Auditorium on the Turner Stage. This show is one of many that will be a part of the performing arts series at LCC. Tickets are available now at www.lenoircc.edu/lccfpa. Ticket prices are as follows – orchestra seating: $20.00, standard seating: $15.00, accessible seating: $15.00, and student standard seating (ages 4-17; 18+ student ID required): $10.00.  

Meet a few of the talented ensemble members who help bring Hello, Dolly! to life. 

Caitlyn Townsend is a second-year student at East Carolina University, studying Theater for Youth and Professional Acting. She served as Assistant Director in School of Rock and is thrilled to be working with Jessica Cruz again on Hello, Dolly!  

Kia Dunn is very excited to finally be making her debut with LCCFPA! She has been doing theater for about 10 years, which led her to pursue a Bachelor of Music degree in Musical Theater. She has done many college and professional shows, including Company, Assassins, Into the Breeches, and City of Angels.  

Tanner Wilson is thrilled to join the ensemble of Hello, Dolly! When he's not rehearsing, you can find him enjoying time with friends or diving into a good book. This marks his seventh production at LCC, where he is also a dedicated student. 

Thurman Sanders is a current student at LCC. He loves drawing and painting portraits. Sanders is an extremely outgoing person who loves to dance. Sanders worked backstage for A Christmas Carol and was a part of the ensemble for White Christmas and School of Rock.  

Eric Hall, part of the stage crew, graduated from Lenoir Community College in 2022 with his high school diploma and has returned to work toward his associate degree. A drummer and DJ, he’s now on track to graduate in 2025, bringing his dedication and rhythm to campus once again.