Wallace State releases 2025-2026 performing arts schedule

Hanceville, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program announces its schedule for the 2025-2026 season, which includes favorite annual performances and new shows - two of which celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday.

PUFFS

The season kicks off on Nov. 7 with the Wallace State Theatre’s production of “PUFFS.” Described as hilarious and heartwarming, “PUFFS” tells the story of a group of magical students who aren’t exactly heroes. The parody-filled adventure follows the trip of unlikely friends as they navigate seven increasingly dangerous years at a certain wizarding school.

“PUFFS” will be staged on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. and on Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. Shows will be held in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre at the Garlan E. Gudger Student Center. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12.

Salute to United States Veterans

The Wallace State Jazz Band and Concert Band will take the stage on Nov. 10 to honor the nation’s military during the annual “Salute to United States Veterans” concert. The event will feature a variety of patriotic tunes and the hymns of each branch of service.

“Salute to United States Veterans” will be held at 7 p.m. at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is free.

The Nutcracker

“The Nutcracker” will kick off the holiday season Nov. 22-23. The performance by Ballet South will be held in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. Admission is $22 and $15 for children.

Christmas Spectacular

The holiday vibes continue Dec. 11 when the annual “Christmas Spectacular” will be staged, featuring performances by the Wallace State Jazz Band, Concert Band, Wallace State Singers, Concert Choir, Pride Line dance team, Wallace State Theatre and the Percussion Ensemble.

The “Christmas Spectacular” will be held at 7 p.m., at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is free.

Xanadu

Wallace State Theatre will kick off the Spring 2026 events with their production of “Xanadu.” Based on the cult classic film of the same name, the Tony-Award nominated play is described as a hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure.

“Xanadu” will be staged March 13 and 14 at 7 p.m., and March 15 at 2 p.m., in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12.

The Great American Road Trip

The Wallace State Singers will take you on a “Great American Road Trip” March 27-29 to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday. The production will feature a lineup of songs that pay tribute to the places, people and music that are quintessentially American.

“The Great American Road Trip” will be performed March 27 and 28 at 7 p.m., and March 29 at 2 p.m., in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12.

Solo & Chamber Ensemble Recital

A “Solo & Chamber Ensemble Recital” will be held on April 9 at 7 p.m., in the Burrow Center Recital Hall. The concert will feature private lesson students and the Wallace State Percussion Ensemble. Admission is free.

Big Band Dance

Wallace State’s Jazz Band will host its annual Big Band Dance on April 17 at the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts, featuring the greatest Big Band hits of the 20s, 30s and 40s. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12.

Spring Under the Stars and Stripes

The annual outdoor concert “Spring Under the Stars” will be updated to “Springs Under the Stars and Stripes” in honor of the country’s 250th birthday. The April 23 production will feature performances by the Concert Band, Jazz Band, Singers, Concert Choir, Percussion Ensemble and Pride Lide dance team. Admission is free and food trucks will be on hand for refreshments. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. outside of the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.

Broadway Night

“Broadway Night” will be held on April 30 at 7 p.m. at the Burrow Center Recital Hall. Wallace State Performing Arts students will present the program featuring hits they’ve selected from Broadway shows. Admission is a $10 donation.

I Am a Pilgrim

The finale of the season will be “I Am a Pilgrim,” presented by the Wallace State vocal programs. The concert will trace the roots of American gospel music from the plantations, through the Appalachian Mountains to the churches, radio and television.

“I Am a Pilgrim” will be held July 23 through July 25 at 7 p.m., at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is a $10 donation for adults and $5 for students and children under 12.

For more information about Wallace State’s Fine and Performing Arts programs, visit www.wallacestate.edu/fpa, call 256.352.8277 or email amy.seymore@wallacestate.edu. Scholarship auditions for current and incoming students will be held Feb. 6 and March 6.

Registration is underway for the Spring 2026 semester, with classes beginning Jan. 7 for regular and Mini Term I and March 5 for Mini Term II courses. Visit www.wallacestate.edu for more information or call 256.352.8236 or email lioncentral@wallacestate.edu.