Fauquier Community Theatre donates to Food Bank
Fauquier Community Theatre enjoyed donating concession items to Fauquier Community Food Bank in time for the goodies to be enjoyed for Easter weekend.
Update for All Performances
ALL FAUQUIER COMMUNITY THEATRE SHOWS AND REHEARSALS ARE ON HOLD AS OF MARCH 16, 2020. Ticket holders will be contacted for options regarding their ticket purchases that have already been made. For questions, contact info@fctstage.org or call 540-349-8760.
Scholarships Applications Extended Due Date: May 3, 2020
FAUQUIER COMMUNITY THEATRE SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATIONS EXTENDED DUE DATE: MAY 3, 2020
Local Fauquier County High Schools have requested that the scholarship application deadlines from community partners be extended to May 1. Fauquier Community Theatre is glad to extend the due date for the submission of scholarship applications. Fauquier Community Theatre invites college-bound high school seniors with demonstrated abilities in the performing arts to apply for scholarships. The Scholarship Application for 2020 is due no later than May 3, 2020, however, submitting prior to the deadline is recommended.
Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) offers financial scholarships for local high school seniors who desire to pursue further education in the theatre arts. With the help of an FCT scholarship, young aspiring actors, actresses, musicians, and theatre technicians are aided in deferring the cost of higher education as they seek to acquire further training. All applications are reviewed by a committee and will be scored using a rubric system. The college scholarship awards will be based on a rubric of scores that include grade point average, interest in a career in theatre, participation in Fauquier Community Theatre activities, other theater experience, short essay questions on the form, letters of recommendation, etc.
Scholarships can range from $500-$2500 per student. In the recent past, FCT has awarded several $2500 scholarships to multiple students each year. Criteria: A college-bound senior with demonstrated abilities in the performing arts. These scholarships will be paid directly to the recipient’s school of choice to cover tuition, books, fees, or room and board. Please complete the online form by clicking HERE
Take Summer Stage! One Week Theatre Camp
Take Center Stage! FCT Showcase Camp directed by Katy Benko-Miner for ages 8 -13. The camp takes place from July 6 to July 10, 2020 from 9:30 am – 2 pm at the Vint Hill Theatre on the Green located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, Virginia. This one-week fun and educational camp is designed to showcase the talents of young performers. Camp will consist of singing, dancing, and acting. All registrations will be accepted and each camper will be “showcased” in songs, scenes, and roles. The cost of the Take Center Stage! FCT Showcase Theater Camp is: $230 per child and $180 for an additional child in the same family. Registration is first-come, first-served, and there are a limited amount of spaces so please submit promptly. For more information and to register for Take Center Stage! one week summer camp, click: Take Center Stage Summer Camp. If you need assistance, email debra@fctstage.org or call 540-349-8760. (For your planning purposes, performances of the Take Center Stage! camp will be July 10 at 7 pm and July 11 at 1 pm.)
Night Must Fall
March 13, 2020 – March 29, 2020
Fauquier Community Theatre presents the play Night Must Fall which is a psychological thriller. It is suspense at its best and a must-see! The plot revolves around a wickedly charming bellhop who wins the confidence of an elderly invalid living in a calm English countryside in the 1930’s. Thrills and chills, twists and turns are all abundant in this dark tale of suspense. FCT’s Night Must Fall opens on Friday, March 13, 2020 and runs through Sunday, March 29. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 pm, and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm. Opening night is always extra special with a reception following for FCT members, as well as friends and family of the cast and crew. Tickets for Night Must Fall are $16 for students and seniors and $18 for adults. Performances take place at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, VA. To purchase tickets, click Night Must Fall Tickets. Reserve early for your favorite seating preferences. Need assistance? Call 540-349-8760 to leave a message at the box office.
Night Must Fall
Written by Emlyn Williams
Directed by Peter Marsh
Produced by Dianne Moss
Performances
March 13 – March 29, 2020
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets
Adults $18
Seniors & Students/Youth $16
~Psychological Drawing-Room Drama~
WATCH Award Nominations
The Fauquier Community Theatre is proud to announce that several of our talented production team members and a cast member was nominated for Washington Area Theatre Community Honors. The award winners will be announced in mid March.
A GREAT BIG CONGRATULATIONS to:
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play – Catherine Stuart as “Grandma” – Lost in Yonkers
Outstanding Set Construction in a Play – Ryan Miner – Lost in Yonkers
Outstanding Set Design in a Play – Don Bachmann – Lost in Yonkers
Outstanding Set Painting in a Play – Todd Skiles – Lost in Yonkers
Outstanding Light Design in a Musical – Brandon Gibson – Seussical The Musical
Outstanding Costume Design in a Play – Mickalei Lindquist – The Lion in Winter
Outstanding Makeup Design in a Play – Erin Briner – The Lion in Winter
Jesus Christ Superstar Auditions
“Jesus Christ Superstar” will be directed by Matt Moore and produced by Mary Beth Balint. Auditions will be held at the John Barton Payne building located at 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton, Virginia (in Warrenton’s Old Town historic district.) Audition dates are: Friday, February 21, 2020 at 7 pm and Saturday, February 22 at 11 am and 2 pm. Auditions are open to the public and all levels of experience are welcome. For more information and to sign up for an audition, click Audition Form.
Synopsis: “Jesus Christ Superstar” is a rock opera based on the last week of Jesus’ life. Lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers, and the Roman Empire. The iconic 1970s rock score contains such well-known numbers as “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Gethsemane.”
Disney’s Frozen, JR. Auditions
UPDATE AS OF FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Registration is now closed. There are only a handful of audition slots remaining. If you are interested in auditioning for Frozen, please email the production team directly at Frozen@fctstage.org. They will be giving away the remaining slots and creating a waiting list on a first respond, first receive basis.
Fauquier Community Theatre has chosen “Disney’s Frozen, JR.” as their annual youth production for a cast of ages 7 to 17. (18-year-olds may also audition as long as they will not turn 19 prior to July 1, 2020.) Auditions for the enchanting musical are on Friday, February 28 from 6 pm to 9 pm and on Saturday, February 29 between 9 am and noon, and also 1:30 pm to 4 pm. Registration is required. Auditions will take place at St. James Episcopal Church located at 73 Culpeper Street, Warrenton. Please note that callbacks will be by invitation only and will take place on Sunday, March 1 between 2 pm and 5 pm.
The production is based on the 2018 Broadway musical about Elsa and Anna at three different ages, as they experience the magical land of Arendelle. Other favorites include Sven and Olaf, of course, and the musical includes the songs from the animated film plus five new ones.
For more information and to register for an audition click on Audition Form.
Summer Musical Theatre Camp – Addams Family
Fauquier Community Theatre presents the two-week musical theatre summer camp “The Addams Family Young@Part” for ages 11-18. The camp runs from July 20 – July 31, 2020: Monday through Friday from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm. Performances will take place on July 31 and August 1. The director is Elizabeth Nefferdorf who is a talented actress and director. For more information and to register, please click to complete the Summer Camp Form. After you choose the submit button at the end of the form, you will be taken to the payment page. The camp fee is $335 with a $50 discount for an additional family member. Registration is first come, first served, and there are a limited amount of spaces so please submit promptly. You will receive an email confirming the receipt of your registration. All campers will receive a camp t-shirt. Every student whose registration is accepted will have a part in the production. Please make credit card/debit card payment in full at time of submitting form. If you need assistance, contact AddamsFamily@FCTstage.org.
Purchase an FCT Gift Certificate for your Friends and Family!
An FCT Gift Certificate makes a great stocking stuffer for a gift that can last all year! Options include dollar amounts, particular shows, an entire season subscription, apparel, and even concessions. To purchase a gift certificate, email debra@FCTstage.org.
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2019 – 2020 Season
Night Must Fall
Double Cast
All Performances on:
March 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, and 29.
Emlyn Cast
Emlyn Cast Performing:
March 13, 15, 21, 27, 29
| Olivia Grayne | Erin Coulter |
| Mrs. Bramson | Hilary Pierce |
| Hubert Laurie | Colt Fitzgerald |
| Dan | Ben Rawlins |
| Inspector Belsize | Wilson Johnson |
| Mrs. Terence | Carolyn Cameron |
| Dora | Carleigh Hopkins |
| Nurse Libby | Elizabeth Steimel |
| Lord Chief Justice | David Horne |
Williams Cast
Emlyn Cast Performing:
March 14, 20, 22, 28
| Olivia Grayne | Dawn Gaynor |
| Mrs. Bramson | Lori McInnis |
| Hubert Laurie | Eric Friedman |
| Dan | Ben Rawlins |
| Inspector Belsize | Wilson Johnson |
| Mrs. Terence | Carolyn Cameron |
| Dora | Bevin Hester |
| Nurse Libby | Kimberly Stierle |
| Lord Chief Justice | David Horne |
Jesus Christ Superstar
Produced by Mary Beth Balint
Jesus Christ Superstar Cast List
Congratulations!
Lead Roles
Jesus of Nazareth – Shakil Azizi
Judas Iscariot – Kelly Snow
Mary Magdalene – Rachel Marineau
King Herod – Scott Pierce
Caiaphas – Brad Broemmel
Peter – Joel Saunders
Pontius Pilate – Patrick Mulhern
Simon – James Maxted
Annas – Jamey Pellegrini
Supporting Roles
Mary the Mother – Hilary Pierce
John – Jack Tessier
3 Priests – Stub Estey, Mark Kaiser, Jon Wood
Soul Girls- Jennifer Ayers, Cristin Moor, Marie Tessier
Maid by Fire – Kate Clark
Old Man – Ryan Kincade
Solo from Mob – Esther Wells
Veronica – Samantha Wong
Apostles
Andrew – Brad Broemmel
Bartholomew – Robert DeBroeck
James the Great – Mark Kaiser
Matthew – Stub Estey
James the Less – Jon Wood
Jude – Scott Pierce
Thomas – Ryan Kincade
Philip – Ricardo Padilla
Dance Captain/Featured Ensemble – Amaya Montgomery
Featured Ensemble
Jessica Cannon
Betsy Hansen
Brighid Hughes
Anne McDonald
Clara Shanley
Past Shows This Season
Seussical™ the Musical
by
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
Co- Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss
Directed by Betsy Hansen
Produced by Brooke Lyn Clark
Music Directed by Daniel Holmes
Choreographed by Alanna Mensing
Stage Managed by Sonja Reingruber
Story Teller & Things
| Cat in The Hat | Bevin Hester |
| Thing 1 | Katie Schlenker |
| Thing 2 | Aubrey Gibson |
Jungle of Nool Citizens
| Horton The Elephant | Peter Marsh |
| Gertrude McFuzz | Abby Dahl |
| Mayzie LaBird | Kenzie Van Derwerker |
| Sour Kangaroo | Ashley Williams |
| Bird Girl – Marissa | Helen Messick |
| Bird Girl – Margaret | Erica Davies |
| Bird Girl – Meloni | Isabella McDonald |
| Wickersham Brother & Hunter – Choxie | Frankie Williams |
| Wickersham Brother & Hunter – Bobby | Scott Pierce |
| Wickersham Brother & Hunter – Theodor | Cary Reese |
| Yertle The Turtle | Gregory Leggott |
| Jungle Animal -Patricia The Lemur | Susannah Stevic |
| Jungle Animal – Elsie Ocelot & Nurse | Christie Dubnansky |
| Jungle Animal – Deb Bear | Becca Marsh |
| Jungle Animal – Vlad Vladikoff | Trevor Nordike |
| Baby Elephant Bird- Jasmine | Makenzie Gibson |
Whoville Citizens
| Boy | JoJo | JJ Calavas |
| Mr. Mayor | Joel Saunders |
| Mrs. Mayor | Hilary Pierce |
| General Genghis Khan Schmitz | Gregory Leggot |
| The Grinch | Chris Calavas |
Who Family 1
| Lou Who (Postman) | Doug Barylski |
| Betty Lou Who | Kimberly Stierle |
| Cindy Lou Who | Meg Gupta |
| Lyndi Lou Who | Kennedy Calavas |
Who Family 2
| Stu Who | Bobb Jordan |
| Rue Too Who & Tiger | Dori Weathers |
| Boo Too Who | Amelia Marsh |
| Vue Too Who | Lizzie Pierce |
| New Too Who | Katie Pierce |
Circus McGurkus Performers
| High Bar Gymnast | Susannah Stevic |
| Body Balancer Gymnasts | Joel Saunders, Erica Davies, Hilary Pierce, Lizzie Pierce, & Katie Pierce |
| Snake Charmer | Christie Dubnansky |
| Bearded Lady | Becca Marsh |
| Juggler | Trevor Nordike |
| Knife Marksmaan & Lovely Lady Assistant | Greg Leggott & Dori Weathers |
| Strongman | Doug Barylski |
| Salsa/Hula Hoop Artist | Kimberly Stierle |
| Ribbon Twirlers | Amelia Marsh & Meg Gupta |
| Clown | Bobb Jordan |
Fish
Kennedy Calavas, Christie Dubnansky, Meg Gupta,
Amelia Marsh, Isabella McDonald,
Trevor Nordike, Katie Pierce, Lizzie Pierce, Susannah Stevic, &
Frankie Williams
Wave
Erica Davies, Helen Messick, Scott Pierce, & Cary Reese
Cadets
Erica Davies, Meg Gupta,
Amelia Marsh, Becca Marsh, Isabella McDonald, Helen Messick,
Trevor Nordike, Lizzie Pierce, Susannah Stevic, & Frankie Williams
Hunch
Erica Davies, Christie Dubnansky,
Helen Messick, Isabella McDonald, Trevor Nordike, Cary Reese, Susannah Stevic, & Frankie Williams
Lost in Yonkers
Directed by Don Bachmann
Produced by Dawn Fansler
Stage Managed by Susan Larsen
| Jay | Cameron Dean |
| Bella | Rebecca Heine |
| Grandma | Catherine Stuart |
| Arty | Jake Miller |
| Gert | Dawn Gaynor |
| Louie | Ricardo Padilla |
| Eddie | Jim Constable |
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Produced by Amanda Gibson
Music Directed by Marianna Constable
Choreographed by Abbigail Chaumont
Co – Stage Managed by Dawn Fansler & Susan Larsen
| Grace Bradley | Carole Tessier |
| Bob Bradley | Jonathan Caron |
| Beth Bradley | Julissa Lambert |
| Charlie Bradley | Kyle Prado |
| Imogene Herdman | Isabella McDonald |
| Ralph Herdman | Joseph Bowers |
| Leroy Herdman | Peter Tessier |
| Claude Herdman | Luke Tessier |
| Ollie Herdman | Thomas Foley |
| Gladys Herdman | Lucy Underwood |
| Alice | Grace Tessier |
| Ivy | Mary Ellen Underwood |
| Helen Armstrong | Gabrielle Buonocore |
| Ladies’ Trio (Betty) | Elayna Caron |
| Ladies’ Trio ( Luanne) | Julia Downes |
| Ladies” Trio (Connie) | Alli Rivers |
| Rev. Hopkins | Joel Saunders |
| Elmer Hopkins | Jonathan “JJ” Caron |
| Teddy Shoemaker | Mark Tessier |
| Candy Striper/Angel | Katie Schlenker |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Samantha An |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Annie Tessier |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Isla Phillips |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Grace Lehmann |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Aubrey Gibson |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Allie Freiling |
| Ensemble (Church Kid) | Erica Davies |
| Baby Angel | Rose Tessier |
| Baby Angel | Marissa Prado |
| Sheep | Tyler Gibson |
Rabbit Hole
Director: Ken Wayne
Producer: Katy Benko-Miner
Stage Manager Susan Larsen
Performed in January and February 2020
| Becca | Ivy Cole |
| Howie | Danny Seal |
| Nat | Sandra DeRocha |
| Izzy | Katie Gorman |
| Jason | Cole Edwards |
Performed in January and February 2020
2019 – 2020 Season of Shows
FCT is proud to announce its 2019 – 2020 season of shows. The season begins with a family-friendly, fantastical, magical, music extravaganza with Seussical™ The Musical! Lost in Yonkers, a comic drama, will be presented in honor of its writer, Neil Simon, who passed away this past year. A family fun favorite Christmas story, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical will fill our holidays with the true meaning of Christmas. The new year will usher in Rabbit Hole, a deep drama about the loss of a child. Night Must Fall, a mystery psychological thriller is designed to keep you on the edge of your seats. We will rock all the way to our season closer, the musical, Jesus Christ Superstar.
Season Subscriptions are available now! Get all 6 shows for the price of 5!
Click here to order your season subscription or Click here to download a season subscription form to mail in.
Seussical™
Directed by Betsy Hansen
Produced by Brooke Lyn Clark
Sponsored by Discovery Publications
Music by STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Lyrics by LYNN AHRENS
Book by LYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Co-Conceived by LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN FLAHERTY, and ERIC IDLE
Based on the works of DR. SEUSS
Performances
August 30 – September 15, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets
$22 Adults, $20 Seniors, $18 Youth
Quick Link to Order Tickets and Pick Your Favorite Seats
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The Story
Seussical™ is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. Seussical™ is fun for the whole family! Audiences of all ages will be excited to relive the characters from the familiar Dr. Seuss fables.
Lost in Yonkers
A Comedy by Neil Simon
Directed by Don Bachmann
Produced by Dawn Fansler
Stage Managed by Susan Larsen
October 4 – 20, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets
$18 Adults
$16 Seniors/Youth
Quick Link to Order Tickets and Pick Your Favorite Seats
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The Story
The action is filtered through the eyes of 15-year-old Jay and his ginger topped brother, Arty, who is two years younger. When their father, Eddie, is forced to take a job on the road to pay off debt from his deceased wife’s cancer treatment, the two junior Bronx wise-guys are sent to stay with their unwelcoming Grandma Kurnitz for most of 1942. A steely Jewish refugee from Germany, Grandma lives above her candy store in Yonkers, but there’s nothing sweet about her. That deficit is countered by the boys’ over-excitable Aunt Bella, a mentally-challenged woman in her mid-30s, described by Jay as “closed for repairs.”
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical
Book and Lyrics by Jahnna Beecham
Music and Lyrics by Malcolm Hillgartner
Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Deborah Wicks LaPuma
Based on the play by Barbara Robinson
Sponsored by NOVEC & XS Telecom
Directed by Diane King
Music Direction and Choreography by Marianna Constable
Produced by Amanda Gibson
Stage Managed by Dawn Fansler and Susan Larsen
November 29 – December 15, 2019
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets
$22 Adults, $20 Seniors, $18 Youth
Quick Link to Order Tickets and Pick Your Favorite Seats
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The Story
The Herdmans are a family of rotten children. They lie, steal, swear, fight, light things on fire, and are the bane of the community. When they get wind of the annual church Christmas pageant, they bully their way into the main roles and wreak havoc. But what some folks feared would be the worst pageant ever turns out to have a special quality that makes everyone rethink the real meaning of the Christmas story. This hilarious and heartfelt musical comedy, adapted from Barbara Robinson’s classic story, will have your family laughing and crying as we celebrate the holidays.
Rabbit Hole
by David Lindsay-Abaire
Directed by Ken Wayne
Produced by Katy Benko-Miner
January 24 – February 9, 2020
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets
$18 Adults $16 Seniors/Youth
Quick Link to Order Tickets and Pick Your Favorite Seats
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The Story
Becca and Howie Corbett have a picture-perfect family life in the suburbs of New York until a random, tragic accident takes the life of their four-year old son. Soon after, Becca’s younger, irresponsible sister, Izzy, announces that she is pregnant: there will now be a new child in the family. As Becca and Howie grow apart, Becca’s mother, Nat, badgers Becca about her grieving process, and Jason, the young driver who killed their son, continually shows up to ask forgiveness, the group is on a bumpy road to healing with no road map in sight. Rabbit Hole delves into the complexity of a family navigating deep grief, and learning what it means to live a fruitful life when things fall apart.
Night Must Fall
by Emlyn Williams
Directed by Peter Marsh
Produced by Dianne Moss
Sponsored by Centreville Title Group, LLC.
March 13 – 29, 2020
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets $18 Adults, $16 Seniors
Quick Link to Order Tickets and Pick Your Favorite Seats
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The Story
When Dan, a charming, smooth-talking hotel porter arrives unexpectedly at old Mrs. Bramsom’s remote woodland home, he soon ingratiates his way into her life and that of her beautiful niece Olivia. But when a local woman goes missing and rumors in the press of a murder surface among the household, fingers begin to point towards the dashing hotel porter. Has the past finally caught up with Dan and could he really be capable of murder? As the police close in, and with the press baying for blood, is anyone safe?
This psychological thriller has all of the tension, atmosphere and suspicion of the best British mysteries from master playwright Emlyn Williams that will leave you at the edge of your seat.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Directed by Matt Moore
Sponsored by Brookside Neighbors
May 1 – 17, 2020
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm
Sundays 2:00 pm
Tickets $22 Adults, $20 Seniors, $18 Youth
Quick Link to Order Tickets and Pick Your Favorite Seats
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The Story
Jesus Christ Superstar tells the story of biblical Jesus in the final days leading up to his crucifixion. A rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the musical has no spoken dialogue and is considered a modern rock-opera. Loosely based on the Gospels, Superstar focuses on the personal conflicts between Jesus, his disciples, the people of Israel, and the leadership of Rome. Special attention is played to the relationship between Judas Iscariot and Jesus, as well as Jesus’ relationship with Mary Magdalene. The musical is unique among biblical retellings in that it focuses on both Judas’ struggle making the decision to betray Jesus and Jesus’ human psychology, fear, and anger in understanding and accepting his role as both leader and martyr.
Stay Tuned!
Grantors and Business Sponsors
Our immense appreciation to our Grantors and Business Sponsors. FCT’s programs and projects are supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
