Fayetteville State University Theatre Opens 2026-27 Season with 'Godspell' Nov. 5-7

Date: October 07, 2026

A banner reading: GODSPELL as if grafitti on a wall. — Godspell: Conceived and originally directed by John-Michael Tebelak; Music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz; Originally produced on the New York stage by Edgar Lansbury / Stuart Duncan / Joseph Beruh; Directed by Dr. Evan Bridenstine

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Fayetteville State University Theatre will open its 2026-27 season with "Godspell," the Tony Award-nominated musical by John Michael Tebelak and Stephen Schwartz, Nov. 5-7 at Butler Theatre.

Directed by Evan Bridenstine, Ph.D., "Godspell" features scenic design professor David Griffie and student designers Santana Moore and Joshua Ellis. Produced in association with Sweet Tea Shakespeare, the musical draws inspiration from the Gospel of Matthew and reimagines familiar parables through contemporary storytelling and music. The production explores community, compassion and hope with an energetic score that includes audience favorites "Day by Day," "Prepare Ye," "All Good Gifts" and "Beautiful City."

The production features Fayetteville State students on stage and behind the scenes, allowing audiences to experience the work of student performers and artists while showcasing the theater program’s hands-on approach to theatrical production.

Performance Details:

Dates: Nov. 5-7
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Butler Theater, Fayetteville State University

Tickets:

Available at Etix.com
$12 general admission
$10 for FSU faculty and staff, non-FSU students, seniors and military
Free for FSU students with valid ID; contact kwilliams119@broncos.uncfsu.edu for coupon code

Tickets are available online only. No cash sales will be accepted at the theater.

For more information, visit the FSU Department of Performing and Fine Arts website or contact the university box office at 910-672-1724.

Event flyer, describing the same details as above.

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