Long-time Chapel Hill resident Daniel Wallace has seen his novel, “Big Fish,” go from a national best-seller to a Tim Burton movie and a Broadway musical. The big stage version wasn’t successful, but a streamlined revamping has given the show new life. While some problems remain, Theatre Raleigh’s production minimizes them effectively in a heart-warming, highly imaginative staging[...]

We grow up amazed by fantastic stories about Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny, trusting those we hold dear, no matter how flimsy their evidence. When we learn the truth, there may be a moment of real conflict, as we are tempted to doubt the sincerity and honesty of those who toyed with our trust. Theatre Raleigh tackles this rite of passage with its current production of the musical Big Fish, playing at the Kennedy Theatre[...]

Based on a 1998 novel and a 2003 film, Big Fish, onstage now at the Kennedy Theatre via Theatre Raleigh and under the direction of Eric Woodall, is a magical musical that takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride of emotions.

This installment of American Theatre's "Role Call: People to Watch" features 6 theatre professionals who should be on your radar. Included among them is Eric Woodall, director of Theatre Raleigh's production of BIG FISH. Click through to read what Eric (and the other notables) had to share!

Director Eric Woodall is no stranger to the musical, BIG FISH. In fact, he was the casting director for the Broadway musical version which opened in 2013. Now he is bringing his experience with the production to Theatre Raleigh. The show, which opens next week, features Theatre Raleigh's Artistic Director, Lauren Kennedy as Sandra.

Always a bridesmaid, never the bride... or so the old saying goes. But what happens when all the bridesmaids become brides and the gay best friend is left quite literally standing alone?