Theatre West Virginia, Beckley’s home for historical and popular outdoor dramas, has released
all tickets for the 2026 Summer Season. The season will open with the 65th Anniversary of
Honey in the Rock, America’s oldest Civil War drama. First performed in 1961 and written by
WV native Kermit Hunter, the play depicts the birth of West Virginia during the turmoil of the
American Civil War. Honey in the Rock will then run in repertory with Shrek the Musical, a Tony
Award-winning fairy tale adventure bursting with heart, humor, and unforgettable songs -based
on the popular film, but brought to life with song, dance, and puppetry on the Grandview stage.
Tickets are now available at www.theatrewestvirginia.org, or by calling 304-992-9085. Regular
price tIckets range from $15 to $25. All tickets for Honey in the Rock opening weekend – just in
time for West Virginia day – are just $18.63. Tickets for groups of 10 or more are only $15 each,
and can be purchased by calling the number above.
“We’re excited to bring this 65th anniversary season to Southern West Virginia residents and
tourists – it’s a perfect balance of the history Theatre West Virginia was founded to share, and
the popular entertainment our local audiences love,” says Artistic Director kb saine. “We’re
continuing to increase our production values and involvement with the community. This season
is going to be a special one.”
All performances will take place at the Cliffside Amphitheatre at Grandview, in the New River
Gorge National Park and Preserve.
Theatre West Virginia is a legacy organization that entertains, enlightens, and educates
Southern West Virginia’s residents and visitors through story, producing live theatre and
productions that speak to the rich history of our state’s history and culture. For tickets and
information, visit www.theatrewestvirginia.org.
