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RiverTowne Players Presents Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
RiverTowne Players is proud to announce their upcoming production of Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, Death of a Salesman directed by Jeff Padgett. This production will run at the historic Masonic Theatre in downtown New Bern from August 1st to August 10th, 2025.
Death of a Salesman is the story of Willy Loman, a traveling salesman nearing the end of his career. Over the course of the play, Willy grapples with the disconnect between his dreams and reality, as well as his strained relationships with his family. The drama unfolds as past memories intersect with present struggles, painting a vivid picture of ambition, disillusionment, and complex dynamics within the Loman family. RiverTowne Players invites theatre-goers to experience this classic American work, exploring universal truths that resonate across generations.
Performance Schedule: August 1st – August 10th 2025 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sunday matinees at 3:00 PM
Tickets are now available. For tickets and further details, visit www.RiverTowneplayers.org
RiverTowne Players, is a 501(c)(3) organization. We are committed to enhancing the cultural experience of Eastern North Carolina through the production of exceptional theatre performance and education. Our mission is to provide a platform that empowers local artists to discover and expand their creativity and share their skills with the community.
The Masonic Theatre opened in 1805, it was once the cultural heart of New Bern, hosting stage plays, talent benefits, concerts, and vaudeville acts. During the Civil War, it served as a Confederate arsenal and later as a hospital for Union soldiers. In 1917, it was converted into a motion picture theater, operating continuously until 1974, making it the nation's oldest continually operating theatre.

RiverTowne Players Presents Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
RiverTowne Players is proud to announce their upcoming production of Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, Death of a Salesman directed by Jeff Padgett. This production will run at the historic Masonic Theatre in downtown New Bern from August 1st to August 10th, 2025.
Death of a Salesman is the story of Willy Loman, a traveling salesman nearing the end of his career. Over the course of the play, Willy grapples with the disconnect between his dreams and reality, as well as his strained relationships with his family. The drama unfolds as past memories intersect with present struggles, painting a vivid picture of ambition, disillusionment, and complex dynamics within the Loman family. RiverTowne Players invites theatre-goers to experience this classic American work, exploring universal truths that resonate across generations.
Performance Schedule: August 1st – August 10th 2025 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sunday matinees at 3:00 PM
Tickets are now available. For tickets and further details, visit www.RiverTowneplayers.org
RiverTowne Players, is a 501(c)(3) organization. We are committed to enhancing the cultural experience of Eastern North Carolina through the production of exceptional theatre performance and education. Our mission is to provide a platform that empowers local artists to discover and expand their creativity and share their skills with the community.
The Masonic Theatre opened in 1805, it was once the cultural heart of New Bern, hosting stage plays, talent benefits, concerts, and vaudeville acts. During the Civil War, it served as a Confederate arsenal and later as a hospital for Union soldiers. In 1917, it was converted into a motion picture theater, operating continuously until 1974, making it the nation's oldest continually operating theatre.

RiverTowne Players Presents Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
RiverTowne Players is proud to announce their upcoming production of Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, Death of a Salesman directed by Jeff Padgett. This production will run at the historic Masonic Theatre in downtown New Bern from August 1st to August 10th, 2025.
Death of a Salesman is the story of Willy Loman, a traveling salesman nearing the end of his career. Over the course of the play, Willy grapples with the disconnect between his dreams and reality, as well as his strained relationships with his family. The drama unfolds as past memories intersect with present struggles, painting a vivid picture of ambition, disillusionment, and complex dynamics within the Loman family. RiverTowne Players invites theatre-goers to experience this classic American work, exploring universal truths that resonate across generations.
Performance Schedule: August 1st – August 10th 2025 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sunday matinees at 3:00 PM
Tickets are now available. For tickets and further details, visit www.RiverTowneplayers.org
RiverTowne Players, is a 501(c)(3) organization. We are committed to enhancing the cultural experience of Eastern North Carolina through the production of exceptional theatre performance and education. Our mission is to provide a platform that empowers local artists to discover and expand their creativity and share their skills with the community.
The Masonic Theatre opened in 1805, it was once the cultural heart of New Bern, hosting stage plays, talent benefits, concerts, and vaudeville acts. During the Civil War, it served as a Confederate arsenal and later as a hospital for Union soldiers. In 1917, it was converted into a motion picture theater, operating continuously until 1974, making it the nation's oldest continually operating theatre.

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM

Based on a true story, this play reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion possible within any community. [PG-13] Contains strong language some may find disturbing, including descriptions of violence, homophobia, and death.

Show Sponsors: Verdigris Pet Hospital & Emergency Care and New Bern Pride

Show Dates: September 26 & 27 at 7:30 PM - September 28 at 2PM - October 3 & 4 at 7:30 PM - October 5 at 2PM